In this episode, I’m sharing a very honest look at how my relationship with planning has changed and why this year feels different than any before it. I talk about letting go of chaotic growth, admitting where burnout has shown up for me and my team, and choosing to step into leadership with more intention instead of constant reaction. This episode isn’t about having a perfect system — it’s about becoming the kind of CEO who plans slowly, thoughtfully, and with real life in mind.
I walk through how I’m defining my season, choosing how I want the year to feel, and setting goals that actually support my business, my team, and my life. From redefining KPIs to intentionally planning for rest, I’m sharing the mindset shifts helping me build something sustainable instead of sprinting toward burnout. If you’ve ever felt like you’re just trying to get through the week, this episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and begin leading from a more grounded place.
Timestamps
(00:00) — Intro
(02:01) — Kitchen realization moment
(04:03) — Defining your season
(06:12) — Team-centered planning shift
(08:07) — KPIs without burnout
(10:59) — Scheduling rest intentionally
(12:01) — Choosing clarity and alignment
About the Show
Business From Scratch with Abbye McGee is for people who are building a business while rebuilding their life. Abbye, a single mom and three-time founder, shares clear and honest talk about the real work behind mindset, money, identity, and daily life when you start from zero.
The show gives you steady guidance, simple steps you can use right away, and real conversations with founders, creatives, and friends who built their own way.
Each week helps you focus, test ideas, and keep moving even when the process feels messy.
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Find the Show Here:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BizFromScratchPod
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/business-from-scratch/id1852203243
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46DB7MLO9fIMaHQID1EKaN?si=77ab7d85bdcc4b65