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Working Hard vs. Trying Hard: Burnout, Branding & Building a Business That Lasts with Asia Dore

Burnout isn’t just about doing too much—sometimes it’s about doing it in the wrong way. In this episode of the Burnout-Proof Podcast, I sit down with brand strategist Asia Dore to unpack the powerful difference between working hard and trying hard—and why that shift matters if you want to build a sustainable business.

We dive into Asia’s journey from burned-out photographer to brand strategist, why passion won’t protect you from burnout, and how a strong brand strategy can act as your North Star through every pivot, decision, and season of business. Whether you’re a solopreneur, side hustler, or even climbing the corporate ladder, this conversation will help you rethink how you’re showing up—and how to do it without burning out.

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Entrepreneurship Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker Entrepreneurship Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker

Redefining Success and Reclaiming Your Confidence Without Burn Out ft. Elyse Conroy (Copy)

Feeling overwhelmed by marketing? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m joined by Stephanie Munson of Moxie Creative Solutions to talk about why we’re all so damn tired of marketing—and how to make it simple again. We unpack the burnout behind social media, why Threads is the cozy corner of the internet, how Google My Business is wildly underrated, and what it actually looks like to market your business without losing your mind. If you’ve been craving a more sustainable way to show up and be seen, this episode is your permission slip to do it your way.

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Entrepreneurship, Burnout Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker Entrepreneurship, Burnout Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker

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.

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Entrepreneurship, Notion, Goals Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker Entrepreneurship, Notion, Goals Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker

How to Do a Mid-Year Reset That Actually Works (Without Burning Yourself Out)

Falling off track doesn’t mean you’ve failed—it means it’s time for a reset. In this no-BS guide, I walk you through my own mid-year reset: what worked, what didn’t, and how I rebuilt a system that actually fits my life (and capacity). If you’re a high-achiever who’s over the chaos, this is your game plan.

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Burnout, Entrepreneurship Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker Burnout, Entrepreneurship Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker

Is It Okay to Work on Vacation? Here's What a Burnout Coach Actually Thinks

We’ve been sold the lie that rest only counts if you completely disconnect. But for solopreneurs, that’s not always realistic—or necessary. In this blog, I’m breaking down how I worked on vacation without burning out, why strategic rest matters more than all-or-nothing thinking, and how you can build a business that actually lets you breathe. Spoiler: your version of rest doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s.

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Entrepreneurship Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker Entrepreneurship Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker

Social Media Burnout? Try Pinterest for More Sustainable Marketing (with Camille Kurtenbach)

You don’t need more content. You need a strategy that actually works while you rest.

If you’re sick of babysitting your Instagram feed or burning hours making videos no one sees—this episode is for you.

Pinterest strategist Camille Kurtenbach is here to flip the script on what sustainable marketing really looks like. This isn’t another “just repurpose it!” conversation. We’re talking about how Pinterest is a visual search engine (not social media!)—and how to make it your business’s best-kept visibility secret.

Whether you’re a course creator, coach, or creative… if you’ve got content, you’ve got searchable marketing assets. Now let’s use them.

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Entrepreneurship, Personal Growth, Mindset Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker Entrepreneurship, Personal Growth, Mindset Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker

The Mindset Shift I Didn’t Believe in... Until I Tried It! Hypnosis, Manifestation, & Mindset with Jen Gutfriend

What if the reason you're stuck isn’t your strategy... it’s your subconscious?

In this episode, I'm talking to Jen — clinical hypnotherapist, mindset coach, and total powerhouse — about how to actually reprogram the beliefs that are keeping you stuck in burnout, perfectionism, and hustle mode.

Plus: You'll hear Jen live-coach me through some of my own subconscious resistance... 👀 Spoiler: It’s real, it’s raw, and it’s exactly what so many of us need.

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