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Stop Working 80-Hour Weeks: The Business Owner Mistake Nobody Talks About | Starbuck Sargent Ep. 17

Starbuck Sargent by James Starbuck & Herb Sargent

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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 sys ... 
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