Breaking the Busyness Habit | Peggy Sullivan Maybe that’s why your job search feels like a full-time job... but without the paycheck? This week, Loren is joined by Peggy Sullivan—bestselling author of Beyond Busyness, corporate performance expert, and founder of She Can—to tackle one of the most destructive myths in executive career transitions: the busier you are, the more productive you must be. Spoiler: it's not true. Peggy knows firsthand how burnout disguises itself as drive. Her own journey through stress-induced health issues, personal loss, and extreme overwhelm led her to create a powerful framework that’s helped thousands—from entrepreneurs to Google and Bank of America execs—reclaim their time and focus on what actually moves the needle. Chapters 00:00 – The Myth of Busyness 03:02 – The Impact of Busyness on Life 06:03 – Breaking the Cycle of Busyness 08:48 – The Busy Busting Framework 12:04 – Finding Happiness in the Everyday 14:58 – Mastering Metrics and Values 17:59 – The Importance of Human Connection 21:05 – Strategies for Job Seekers 24:05 – Transforming Unhappiness into Action 26:51 – The Role of Fun in Learning 30:09 – Conclusion and Call to Action Peggy Sullivan is a leadership speaker, best-selling author, and founder of SheCAN!, a women's empowerment organization. She helps high-achievers rediscover joy, purpose, and balance in their lives. Peggy’s bestselling book is a practical, laugh-out-loud guide to doing less and achieving more. Packed with stories, science, and simple exercises, each chapter delivers a fresh mindset shift and actionable step to reclaim your time and live more intentionally. It’s a must-read for anyone navigating career burnout, work/life balance, or just craving clarity. Follow Peggy: Website Linkedin Beyond Business Book Link! Suggest a topic or ask a question for me to answer on the show! Want FREE executive job search tips each week? Click here to join my newsletter. Get a copy of my ebook Turn Age Into Your Advantage Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Watch my podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpGM7j8croBkkZ4bLqN7DOQ/
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