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How to Avoid Burnout as a Small Business Owner: 5 Tips

Running a small business can be exciting—but also exhausting. Without the right boundaries and systems in place, burnout can creep in fast. In this article, we’ll share five practical tips to help you protect your energy, streamline your workflow, and stay focused on what matters most.

MCWEN Administrator

Oct 263 min read

Bridging the Gap: How to Get Execution Support Without a Major Investment

Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list, but not ready to hire full-time help? You’re not alone. Many leaders and entrepreneurs know exactly what needs to get done, but struggle with capacity and bandwidth. The good news: you don’t have to make a major investment to get the support you need. From fractional professionals to short-term services and creative volunteer networks, this article explores practical ways to bridge the gap—so you can move your business forward.

Ebony James

Sep 213 min read

Mid-Year Check-In: 5 Things Every CEO Should Prioritize Now

Halfway through the year, it’s easy for CEOs to lose momentum amid summer distractions and shifting priorities. But this is the perfect moment to pause, reassess, and realign your leadership for a strong finish. Discover five essential mid-year strategies—from pruning unproductive goals to reigniting your faith—that will help you lead with intention and finish 2025 stronger than you started.

Ebony James

Jul 273 min read

From Self-Employed to CEO: The Shift That Changes Everything

Stop spinning your wheels and start building a business that works for you. In this no-fluff guide, we explore how small business owners can shift from busy to productive by focusing on strategy, systems, and visionary leadership. If you’ve been stuck in the day-to-day grind, this is your call to step back and lead forward.

Priscilla Shumba, MBA

Jul 63 min read

The Non-Negotiable to Growing and Sustaining Your Business

As a faith-driven entrepreneur, doing everything yourself can lead to burnout. This article explores how delegation, modeled by Moses in Exodus 18, can help you steward your business wisely, empower others, and honor God in your leadership.

Ebony James

Jun 83 min read