Burnout in construction happens when contractors get stuck at the safety needs level of Maslow's hierarchy, unable to access the relationships and accomplishments that provide true fulfillment.

• Maslow's hierarchy of needs begins with physiological needs (food, water, shelter) and safety needs (financial security)
• When contractors focus exclusively on safety needs, they neglect relationships and community
• Burnout occurs when you spend all your energy "fishing" without building systems to make fishing more efficient
• Working "on" your business (building processes) is as important as working "in" your business (daily operations)
• Many contractors blame clients for problems when they haven't developed proper processes to manage client relationships
• Taking inventory of what you truly need versus what society says you should want helps redefine success
• Sometimes burnout indicates you're in the wrong role or need to reassess your skills
• Building processes takes time but ultimately frees you from the daily grind
• Setting realistic goals with your family about what success looks like prevents chasing others' definitions

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