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Stop Using ChatGPT Like a Google Search Bar: The 3 C’s That Actually Get Results
Still getting beige, boring, “did-a-robot-write-this?” answers from ChatGPT? You’re not alone—you’re just using AI wrong. In this no-fluff guide, I’m breaking down the 3 C’s of ChatGPT—Context, Conversation, and Continuity—so you can stop starting from scratch every time and actually get results that sound like you.
Whether you’re trying to batch captions, write your newsletter, or finally get an AI assistant who doesn’t feel like a corporate intern with zero vibes… this blog is your cheat sheet.
How to Know EXACTLY What to Spend Time on Every Day (Part 3: Prioritization & Decision-Making)
This is Part 3 of my CEO Series—where it all comes together. In this post, I’m walking you through the prioritization system I use to make fast, stress-free decisions about what to work on every single day. From Notion automations to AI-powered task audits, here’s how I went from constant chaos to total clarity.
Burnout-Proof Business Systems: How I Designed a CEO Schedule That Actually Supports My Energy (Pt. 2 - Workflows & Notion )
If your systems aren’t supporting your schedule, they’re secretly sabotaging you. In this blog, Ellyn Schinke walks you through how she redesigned her Notion setup to match her CEO schedule—so every day starts with clarity, not chaos. Perfect for solopreneurs who want structure without suffocation, and systems that actually work.
Stop Guessing. Start Fixing: Why Every Solopreneur Needs a Mini-Audit Yesterday
Overwhelmed by your schedule, drowning in content chaos, or stuck duct-taping systems together? You don’t need another course—you need clarity. This $25 burnout-proof mini-audit delivers custom, high-impact feedback on the area of your business that’s breaking your flow. Choose your focus, submit your form, and get a Loom video with clear, personalized fixes in just 5 days. It’s the fast-track to sanity for solopreneurs who are done doing it all alone.
How to Build a CEO Schedule That Actually Works (Without Time Blocking Your Soul Away)
If you’ve ever stared at your endless to-do list wondering what the hell to work on first, this is for you. In Part 1 of my CEO Schedule series, I’m walking you through the exact system I use to theme my days, work with my energy (not against it), and finally feel like the boss of my business again. No rigid time blocking. No burnout. Just structure with space—and a calendar that reflects the CEO you are.
How to Beat Dopamine Addiction: The Surprising Truth About Earned vs. Cheap Dopamine
Ever wondered why scrolling social media leaves you feeling emptier than before? The answer lies in understanding the crucial difference between cheap and earned dopamine. In this post, Coach Ellyn shares her personal post-vacation burnout recovery and reveals a powerful framework for upgrading your pleasure sources to beat digital addiction and prevent burnout.
Hey there, I’m Ellyn!
Call me Coach Ellyn—a burnout coach, Ph.D. dropout, Enneagram 3, and your new Burnout bestie!
I’m so excited your here! This blog is a great way to dip your toes in and start your burnout journey and learn from the stories, lesson, experiences and research of me and my clients. Can’t wait for you to dive in!
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What’s Burning You Out (and How to Fix It)
Take the Sunday CEO™ Quiz + Get Your Custom Burnout Fix
This isn’t about vibes. It’s about out why you’re overwhelmed—and exactly what to do about it so you stop white-knuckling it! You’ll discover:
🧱 Your CEO type (how you really work) | 🔥 Your burnout pattern
⚙️ Your custom system or schedule fix | 🚀 A bold next step to reclaim your time + energy
Ready to stop guessing and start recovering?
Let’s find your fix.