🔥 I burned out

Freelancing was too much. Then this happened.... [View & share this email from your browser]( Once upon a time, there was a freelancer who thought he’d never burnout. This guy was wrong. He burned out BIG TIME. And then [this happened...]( Also in this email: - Do You Have to ‘Hustle’ to Be Successful? [[LINK]( - 5 Best Ways to Avoid Freelance Burnout Before It’s Too Late [[LINK]( Enjoy! Preston & the Millo Team Do You Have to ‘Hustle’ to Be Successful? Have you ever found it hard to find the right balance between growing your business and not burning out? Chasing bigger clients and more revenue can cause us to lose sight of why we started working for ourselves in the first place. In [this episode]( of Freelance to Founder, we spoke with Travis Boyco, a graphic designer who recently made the leap to full-time entrepreneurship. We cover topics like avoiding burnout, scaling sustainably, and staying true to your personal definition of success. If you’re struggling to grow your freelance business without sacrificing your sanity or personal relationships, you should really have a listen: Full Podcast Episode Link: [Do You Have to ‘Hustle’ to Be Successful?]( [Moxie]( - The hardest part of streamlining your business with Moxie is deciding what you'll do with your new free time. Uncomplicate your business. Start a free trial with Moxie today. [Start your free trial now.]( “You’re burned out because this culture has messed up our priorities, not because there’s something wrong with you.” –Juliana Finch 5 Best Ways to Avoid Freelance Burnout Before It’s Too Late As freelancers, we often have so much on our plate that it drives us to work long hours. Finding the balance of taking care of yourself, and not reaching freelance burnout, is key to ensuring you keep doing what you love and not give up. If you're experiencing burnout, here are 5 things you should do: - Focus on Your Health: Prioritize your well-being by exercising regularly, eating healthily, watching caffeine intake, getting enough sleep, and addressing any physical strains caused by your work setup. Taking care of your health boosts productivity and resilience against burnout. - Maintain a Work-Life Balance: Establish clear boundaries between work and personal life to enhance productivity during work hours and relaxation during personal time. Set defined work hours, minimize distractions, and reward yourself for a productive day. - Take Up a Hobby: Engage in activities outside of work to disconnect from professional responsibilities. Hobbies serve as an outlet, contributing positively to work-life balance and overall productivity. - Market Your Services: Develop a strategy to market your freelance services effectively. Create a website portfolio, invest in marketing campaigns, gather client testimonials, and focus on content marketing to reduce the time spent seeking clients directly. - Increase Your Pricing: Set reasonable rates for your services that reflect your skills and expertise. Charging higher rates not only reduces the need for extended working hours but also attracts clients willing to pay for quality work. Marketing your skills and demonstrating value are key in justifying higher rates. For a deeper dive, read this: [5 Best Ways to Avoid Freelance Burnout Before It’s Too Late]( [SolidGigs](. Get freelance leads on autopilot. Expert gig-hunters match you with the top 1% of freelance jobs from dozens of premium sources. [Try Free](. Action Items: Implement Burnout Prevention Strategies: Actively apply strategies to prevent freelance burnout by focusing on health, maintaining work-life balance, taking up a hobby, effectively marketing your services, and considering pricing adjustments. These strategies, outlined in the email, offer practical steps to safeguard your well-being and productivity. Schedule Regular Breaks and Boundaries: Create a structured plan for breaks and boundaries within your workday. Set specific intervals for breaks to rest, rejuvenate, and step away from work. Additionally, establish clear boundaries between work and personal life by defining work hours and leisure time, ensuring you honor these boundaries consistently. Whew! If you made it this far—thanks for sticking with us. See you in next week’s issue of 🔥 Freelance Fire. [Twitter]( [Facebook]( [Website]( [YouTube]( [LinkedIn]( Copyright © 2023 Millo, All rights reserved. You subscribed to this newsletter at Millo.co (previously GraphicDesignBlender.com). Thanks for subscribing. Our mailing address is: Millo 265 N Main Street Ste. D #229Kaysville, UT 84037 [Add us to your address book]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](.