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How to Build a CEO Schedule That Actually Works (Without Time Blocking Your Soul Away)
Burnout, Systems Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker Burnout, Systems Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker

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.

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How to Do a Mid-Year Reset That Actually Works (Without Burning Yourself Out)
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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How to Beat Dopamine Addiction: The Surprising Truth About Earned vs. Cheap Dopamine
Burnout, Self-Care Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker Burnout, Self-Care Ellyn | Burnout Coach & Speaker

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.

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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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🧱 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

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