Recovering from burnout while running a business doesn’t mean you have to hit pause or start over—it’s about realigning your energy and rebuilding a sustainable way to work that feels good.
If you’ve been feeling drained, overwhelmed, or like your business is running you instead of the other way around, you’re not alone. Burnout happens when we ignore our natural rhythms, and it’s especially common for entrepreneurs juggling multiple priorities.
The good news? You can recover and rebuild. In this blog post—and the podcast episode embedded below—we’ll explore a framework I’ve developed called the Pace Method. It’s designed to help you realign your business with your energy, so you can thrive without burning out.
Want to dive deeper? Listen to this episode of the podcast where I share personal stories about how burnout shaped my journey and how the Pace Method came to life. It’s packed with insights and practical examples to help you rebuild your business in a way that supports your energy
Why Burnout Happens (And Why It’s Not Your Fault)
Burnout doesn’t happen because you’re weak or unmotivated. It happens because most business strategies are designed with a one-size-fits-all approach to productivity, ignoring the fact that everyone has different energy patterns.
If you’ve ever felt guilty for needing rest or frustrated that you can’t “keep up” with others, it’s likely because the systems you’re working within don’t honor your unique rhythm. Recovering from burnout means letting go of the guilt and rebuilding a business that works with your energy, not against it.
The Pace Method: A Framework for Realigning Your Energy
The Pace Method is a simple way to identify how you naturally work and rest. It breaks energy patterns into three categories:
- Sprint Pace
Sprinters thrive on short bursts of intense productivity followed by significant recovery time. If you’re a sprinter, you might excel in project-based work or intensives but struggle with long-term commitments that require consistent daily effort. - Stride Pace
Striders work best in steady blocks of focused time—like 2–4 hours—followed by a break or recharge activity. This might look like deep work in the morning, a midday nap, and then another focused block in the afternoon. - Marathon Pace
Marathoners excel in consistent, day-to-day work and thrive with structured rest on weekends or evenings. They’re great at maintaining steady progress over time but still need to avoid long periods of intense work without breaks.
Understanding your pace is the first step to creating a business that supports your energy and prevents future burnout. (Scroll down for the link to the quiz to find out what your Pace is!)
Action Steps: How to Start Rebuilding Your Business
Recovering from burnout starts with small, intentional changes. Here’s how to get started:
- Identify Your Pace (Take the quiz below!)
Observe how you feel after different types of workdays this week. Do you thrive in short bursts, steady chunks, or consistent daily efforts? - Audit One Area of Your Business
Choose one area—your schedule, offers, or workload—and ask yourself: Does this align with my energy type? - Make One Small Change
Try blocking recovery time after an intense project, scheduling midday breaks, or protecting your weekends. Notice how this impacts your energy and productivity.
Ready to Rebuild?
Recovering from burnout while running a business is about more than just surviving—it’s about thriving in a way that feels sustainable and energizing.
If this resonates with you, take the next step: listen to the podcast episode above for more personal insights, or reach out to work with me 1:1. Together, we’ll realign your business strategy so it supports your natural rhythm and long-term success.
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