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Why Traditional Productivity Hacks Fail High Achievers (and What to Do Instead)
Ever feel like traditional productivity hacks don’t cut it? High achievers face unique challenges that standard advice often overlooks. Discover why these hacks fail and how burnout-proof strategies can help you work smarter, achieve more, and thrive sustainably.

4 Game-Changing System Shifts That Transformed My Business and Productivity
Feeling overwhelmed by scattered systems and never-ending to-do lists? I’ve been there. In this post, I’m sharing four game-changing system shifts that transformed my business, productivity, and sanity. From consolidating everything into Notion to creating a CEO schedule, streamlining my schedulers, and building an outreach tracker—these small but powerful tweaks have made all the difference. Ready to simplify your workflow and reclaim your time? Let’s dive in. 🚀

The Ultimate Guide to Using Notion for Solopreneurs
Struggling to juggle tasks, clients, and content creation as a solopreneur? Learn how Notion can simplify your workflows, boost productivity, and help you prevent burnout. This ultimate guide covers everything from getting started to advanced tools and strategies—plus free resources to get you organized today.

5 Self-Care Habits Entrepreneurs Need to Beat Burnout and Thrive
Burnout doesn’t have to be the price of ambition. These five self-care habits—like creating a Boundary Manifesto and building White Space—help high-achieving entrepreneurs protect their energy, stay focused, and thrive without sacrificing their well-being.
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Notion Myths Busted: Why Notion Works for Everyone—No Matter Your Needs
Think Notion is too hard, too simple, or only for big businesses? Think again. This myth-busting guide dives into the top misconceptions about Notion, showing how it’s the ultimate productivity tool for everyone—whether you’re a beginner or managing complex workflows. Ready to simplify your life and business? Let’s get started!

How Stress and Burnout Block Weight Loss for High-Achieving Women with Lauren Gary Wellness
In this episode of The Burnout-Proof Podcast, Ellyn sits down with Lauren Gary, a nurse practitioner turned holistic weight loss coach, to uncover how chronic stress and burnout block weight loss—especially for high-achieving women. Lauren shares her journey from traditional medicine to helping women in their 30s and 40s reclaim their health through practical, stress-reducing strategies.
Tune in for actionable insights on balancing hormones, reducing stress, and creating sustainable health habits—all while staying ambitious and burnout-proof.
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)
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