What does it mean to be good enough? Many entrepreneurs look to others for the answer. Trying to find validation and examples of what success should look like from the outside. In this episode, author Carrie Severson joins Emily to discuss how she learned to stop questioning her enoughness. And instead asked what her life could be if she accepted herself. Carrie shares what it means to feel enough, how to define success for yourself, and practical steps to recover from burnout.
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05/10/22 • 57 min
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Welcome to Almanac - #301 - Redefining Good Enough with Carrie Severson
Transcript Summary
In episode #301 of the podcast "Making A Business," titled "Redefining Good Enough with Carrie Severson," host Emily Thompson interviews author Carrie Severson about her book "Unapologetically Enough." Severson shares her personal journey of recovery from burnout and how she reframed the concept of "enough" to achieve healing and success. Through guidance from her coach, Severson redefines success by prioritizing happiness and finding joy in everyday experiences. The episode delves into the importance of dismantling old patterns, setting boundaries, and defining success on one's own terms. Severson's book, which explores reshaping success and self-love, will be released on May 24th and offers a vulnerable and raw perspective on burnout. The conversation highlights the need to reach out for support and express emotions, as well as the challenge of unlearning societal norms and expectations. For entrepreneurs, there are opportunities to redefine success in unconventional ways and take control of one's day-to-day work. Tune in to this empowering episode to discover how to redefine success, find happiness, and overcome burnout.
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Hey there, listeners! Corey from the Being Boss team here. I have a quick question for you. Do you want to get more out of what we do here at Being Boss? Sure. You like this podcast, but did you know that Emily's recording monthly episodes of Making A Business? The show that follows along as she builds her other business Almanac Supply Co. These episodes are available exclusively to members of the Being Boss Clubhouse. Along with business work
#301 - Redefining Good Enough with Carrie Severson Top Questions Answered
How did Carrie Severson redefine her concept of success?
Carrie Severson shifted her definition of success from external validation to personal feelings of happiness and gratitude.
What did Carrie Severson do to recover from burnout?
Carrie Severson recovered from burnout by reshaping her concept of success, focusing on what makes her happy, and incorporating those things into her life.
How did Carrie Severson find satisfaction in the small moments and take care of herself?
Carrie Severson found satisfaction in the small moments and took care of herself by practicing self-love, setting strong boundaries, and prioritizing self-care.
What does Carrie Severson's book "Unapologetically Enough" aim to do?
Carrie Severson's book "Unapologetically Enough" aims to reshape the concepts of success and self-love.
How did social media contribute to burnout?
Social media can contribute to burnout due to the pressure of comparison and the constant exposure to curated versions of other people's lives.
How can entrepreneurs define success for themselves?
Entrepreneurs have more opportunities to define success for themselves by determining their own goals and metrics of achievement.
What are some strategies to avoid burnout and prioritize self-love?
Strategies to avoid burnout and prioritize self-love include practicing self-awareness, setting boundaries, taking time for rest and relaxation, and finding happiness in small daily moments.
Where can Carrie Severson's book "Unapologetically Enough" be purchased?
Carrie Severson's book "Unapologetically Enough" is available for purchase from multiple retailers.
How did Carrie Severson incorporate things that made her happy into her life?
Carrie Severson made a list of things that made her happy and incorporated them into her life, which took about six to nine months to start seeing results.
What is the Being Boss curated email newsletter called and what is it about?
The Being Boss curated email newsletter is called "Brewed" and it provides entrepreneurial tips and tactics.
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