05/21/2025

To Avoid Burnout, Be Strategic about Expending Energy

Here are five strategies to avoid getting over-extended, over-exhausted

The alarm rings at 5 a.m. You jump out of bed to squeeze in a workout before your first meeting at 7. By noon, you've tackled multiple projects, answered 47 emails and skipped lunch. Evening brings more work, family obligations and a nagging feeling that you’re still not doing enough. Sound familiar?

Many ambitious professionals find themselves caught in this cycle, attempting to accomplish everything simultaneously while driving relentlessly forward. The inevitable result? Over-extension and over-exhaustion.

What ambitious individuals often miss isn’t motivation or commitment — it's the ability to dial in their focus, dial down their effort and avoid going on autopilot. Here are five ways to achieve your goals while preserving your energy and well-being.

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