Being a business owner or team leader is like being the captain of a ship. You chart the course, steer through storms, and keep everything running smoothly. But let’s be real—who supports the captain when the waters get rough? Who makes sure you don’t fall overboard when you’re barely keeping your head above water?
Business owners pour their blood, sweat, and tears into supporting their teams. We make sure our employees feel valued, our customers are happy, and our families don’t feel the weight of our struggles. But in the process, we often forget about ourselves. We keep our worries bottled up because we don’t want to cause stress for our staff, families, or clients. Instead, we lie awake at night, endlessly running through problems in our heads, hoping a solution magically appears before morning.
Sound familiar? Yeah, me too.
I didn’t just wake up one day as an accountability coach—I got here through the trenches of business ownership. I’ve had those rock-bottom moments where I felt completely lost, overwhelmed, and unsure of my next move. I’ve experienced the mental fog that comes from overthinking and the exhaustion of trying to do it all alone. But through those struggles, I learned invaluable lessons about how to regain control and push forward.
Here are some of my top tips for getting back on track when business overwhelm kicks in:
1. Breathe
It sounds simple, but deep, intentional breathing can help calm the nervous system and reset your brain. When things feel chaotic, stop, take a deep breath in, hold it for a few seconds, and then slowly release. Repeat until your shoulders drop from your ears.
2. Prioritize Your Tasks
Not everything is urgent. Use the Eisenhower Matrix:
- Urgent & Important: Do it now.
- Important but Not Urgent: Schedule it.
- Urgent but Not Important: Delegate it.
- Neither Urgent nor Important: Delete it.
3. Outsource and Delegate
You are NOT meant to do everything yourself. Hire a VA, bookkeeper, social media manager—whatever takes tasks off your plate and lets you focus on what truly matters.
4. Learn to Say NO!
Repeat after me: “I do not have to say yes to everything.” Protect your time, energy, and sanity by setting boundaries and sticking to them.
5. Create Smart Goals
Vague goals like “grow my business” aren’t helpful. Make them SMART:
- Specific
- Measurable
- Achievable
- Relevant
- Time-bound
6. Make a To-Do List—The Right Way
Not all lists are created equal. Write down three main tasks to accomplish each day. Once those are done, move on to the next priority. Keep it realistic to avoid overwhelm.
7. Stop Procrastinating on the Hard Stuff
We all have tasks we hate doing, but avoiding them only makes things worse. Tackle them first (eat that frog!), and everything else will feel easier.
8. Rest and Recharge
Your brain is not a machine—it needs downtime. Sleep, unplug from work, and do something that refuels you. Clarity often comes when you step away from the chaos.
9. Get an Accountability Coach
Even the most successful entrepreneurs have mentors, coaches, and accountability partners. Sometimes, you just need someone to help you sort through the mess, set clear goals, and keep you on track. That’s where I come in. Accountability coaching isn’t about adding another thing to your plate—it’s about helping you manage your load more effectively so you can thrive, not just survive.
You don’t have to do this alone. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just need someone in your corner, let’s chat. Together, we’ll create a plan that helps you move forward with clarity, confidence, and a little less stress.
Your business needs you at your best—let’s make sure you get there!