Feeling like you want to burn it all down? You’re not alone. In this episode, business strategist and community leader AliceAnne Loftus shares the truth about burnout, the emotional cycles of entrepreneurship, and how to move from reactive survival mode into proactive leadership. Learn how to navigate the inevitable highs and lows of business, rebuild your energy, and lead with clarity, support, and intention.

Episode Topics:

1. The “Burn It All Down” phase and why it’s normal
2. Why business success is cyclical, not linear
3. Moving from reactive to proactive leadership
4. The role of community, coaching, and support systems
5. Strategic planning essentials: finances, operations, marketing, and tools
6. Balancing the human side of business: mindset, energy, and boundaries
7. Personal practices to prevent burnout and stay grounded
8. Letting growth needs outweigh discomfort

Insights:

1. Burnout is often a signal for recalibration, not failure.
2. Feelings are real but not facts. They’re indicators that something needs attention.
3. You can’t control outcomes, but you can control your attitude and effort.
4. Strategy without support rarely works. Community and mentorship accelerate growth.
5. Annual strategic planning should happen in Q4 to prepare proactively for the year ahead.
6. Growth often follows a spiral pattern. You’ll revisit challenges, but with more perspective each time.
7. Discomfort is inevitable. Progress happens when your purpose becomes bigger than your fear.
8. Ep 131 2-12-26 The Burn It All …

Highlights:

00:00 Welcome and Intro

02:09 Burnout and Business Cycles

12:29 Strategic Planning Framework

22:17 Coaching and Community Benefits

30:42 Personal Centering Practices

36:09 Mindset and Next Steps

41:21 Podcast episode ended

AliceAnne Loftus is a best-selling author, business coach, and founder of Leading Lady Coaching, a leadership and business growth ecosystem serving women entrepreneurs around the world. She is the best-selling author of Take the Lead and the We Lead three-book series, where she explores leadership, collaboration, and building meaningful community.

Through in-person and virtual communities, coaching programs, and speaking engagements, AliceAnne helps women grow profitable, values-aligned businesses while leading with clarity, confidence, and integrity.

Resources:

• Learn more about AliceAnne and Leading Lady Coaching: