Stop Working 80-Hour Weeks: The Business Owner Mistake Nobody Talks About | Starbuck Sargent Ep. 17
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Is working 80-hour weeks really the key to growing a successful business?
In Episode 17 of Starbuck Sargent, Jimmy Starbuck and Herb Sargent answer a question from a business owner who's gone from working 70-80 hours a week to just 40—and now feels guilty about it.
Jimmy shares a brutally honest story about swallowing his pride to win a major job, while Herb explains why slowing down can actually be the perfect time to build systems, develop your team and create a business that doesn't rely on you every day.
In this episode:
- Why working less can actually mean your business is healthier
- Imposter syndrome vs withdrawal symptoms
- Building a business that doesn't depend on the owner
- Leadership mistakes every growing business makes
- Why founders confuse activity with value
- Creating systems instead of becoming the hero
- The real goal: building a business that's worth more without you
Whether you're in construction, excavation, trades or any growing business, this episode will challenge the way you think about leadership, growth and success.
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