Jo Stone

From Perfectionist to Powerhouse: Breaking Free from Hustle Culture with Jo Stone

April 08, 20251 min read

In this episode of Deals with Heals, host Debra Bowers speaks with Jo Stone, a former corporate executive turned entrepreneur, about the challenges of burnout, especially for women in business. Jo shares her personal journey of redefining success and finding balance after experiencing burnout herself. The conversation delves into the hustle culture, the importance of self-care, and the need for women to embrace their feminine energy and authenticity. Jo provides practical tips for recognizing signs of burnout and establishing boundaries, emphasizing that women can achieve their goals without sacrificing their well-being.

Takeaways

  • Jo Stone shares her journey from corporate executive to entrepreneur.

  • Burnout is a common issue for ambitious women.

  • Hustle culture can lead to exhaustion and unfulfillment.

  • Women often seek external validation for their worth.

  • Redefining success involves embracing feminine energy.

  • Constructive criticism disproportionately affects women in leadership.

  • Perfectionism and people-pleasing are common struggles for women.

  • Finding acceptance and authenticity is crucial for personal growth.

  • Recognizing signs of burnout can help prevent it.

  • Self-care and setting boundaries are essential for well-being.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Burnout and Entrepreneurship

06:02 The Hustle Culture and Its Impact on Women

11:42 The Power of Feminine Energy in Business

17:24 Recognizing Burnout: Signs and Symptoms

23:05 Building a Supportive Community of Women

35:49 Conclusion

You can learn more about our Guest Jo Stone and sign up for a free workshop at https://www.balanceinstitute.com/

You can connect with her via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/stonejoanne/

You can learn more about our host Debra Bowers on our website https://dealswithheels.com/ or her agency website https://www.hexagonmedia.net

Please download Debra's free eBook 5 Steps to Having a Successful Mindset at https://hexagonmedia.net/free-ebook-opt-in

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Debra Bowers

After spending over 25 years in marketing helping build other companies, Debra set out on her own and established Hexagon Media, an advertising agency that "Helps Small Businesses get BIG Results from their Advertising".

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