[2:15]: The most obvious reason for feeling tired right now is because it’s been a big few years. There has been a lot of change and uncertainty and a lot going on around the world, which has an accumulative effect.

[3:20]: In Aus/NZ, this time of year is impactful with school year finishing up and a full year of business. There has been an economic impact and also personal things in our own lives.

[5:15]: It’s important to compose and be able to refocus for this last quarter. In Australia, it’s a short quarter because of December holidays so it’s important to re-energise for the work ahead.

[6:15]: Reconnect back to the goals you set for the year. As the year goes on, we get detached from goals that we set at the beginning of the year. Think about what you have achieved and what’s possible to achieve in Q4.

[7:25]: Pinpoint any bad habits that have crept in over the cooler months. More coffee, alcohol, comfort eating etc. We can often work more and socialise less but it’s important to have time away from business and rest.

[9:10]: If you can create space in your calendar, take time out in a work day - especially if you have kids.

[9:45]: Have a look at the work you’re doing and think about outsourcing some of the tasks that aren’t in your zone of genius.

[10:50]: Think about how you can simplify your business and free up your time. It’s a great way to gain white space and reconnect to some of the bigger projects in your business.

[11:35]: When you’re exhausted, it’s easy to become task focussed. It’s important to take a step back and reconnect back to the purpose behind the work you do.

[12:58]: Look at your business overall and the transformations you’re making. Think about how you’re helping your clients.

[13:35]: Recap. What I do when I’m feeling tired and fatigued to get my head back in the game.

[14:35]: Feeling tired and worn out is a hard place to be as a business owner. A holiday is coming and quarter 4 is a great time to set yourself up for the next year.