Send us a textWhen we talk about leadership and entrepreneurship, the conversation often veers toward hustle culture, 80-hour workweeks, and the kind of relentless, sleep-when-you’re-dead mentality that’s glorified on social media. But what’s the real cost?In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I speak with Chris Ducker—entrepreneur, mentor, and author—about the deeply personal experiences that inspire his new book, Long Haul Leader. This isn’t just another business strategy book. It’s a candid, thoughtful guide to lasting success—without sacrificing your health, relationships, or joy.Timestamp:00:00 Struggling post-sabbatical return04:28 Adrenal fatigue and burnout06:25 Leadership chaos guide12:06 Hustle: season, not lifestyle13:45 Balancing entrepreneurship and family life18:24 Importance of relationships and hobbies19:43 Boost productivity: rediscover nature23:54 Embracing diverse ideas28:48 Choices impact recovery journey31:01 Focus over followers: embrace clarity33:19 Finding joy in simple living37:23 Chris’s reflective return to England39:40 Prioritizing relationships over hustle45:34 Book cover decision reflections47:43 Writing journey and future books49:46 Long Haul Leader launch detailsFull show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS📚 Write and Publish your bookCONNECT📷 Instagram🎬 TikTok👫🏻 Facebook💼 LinkedIn🐦‍⬛ Twitter🤝🏻 Apply to be a GuestLEAVE A REVIEW✍🏻 Review on Apple Podcasts✍️ Review on Spotify🖱️ Episode Webpage

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