Entrepreneurship can feel like drowning in an endless flood of tasks, and if you’re not careful, overwhelm can paralyze you. But here’s the truth: being overwhelmed doesn’t have to mean giving up. In this episode, I’m sharing a mindset shift that changed everything for me. Inspired by a story about a girl saving stranded starfish one at a time, I’ll explain how focusing on just the next task—flinging one starfish into the ocean—can break the cycle of overwhelm and keep you moving forward.

We’ll talk about how to reframe the reality of having a million things to do. Instead of looking at the whole beach, zero in on the task in front of you and knock it out. I’ll share my personal experiences, including how focusing on one step at a time has helped me build momentum in my business, make progress toward my goals, and avoid the burnout that derails so many entrepreneurs. It’s not about doing everything at once—it’s about doing one thing well and letting that action lead to the next.

If you’re feeling stuck or tempted to tap out, this episode is for you. I’ll share practical insights and a bit of tough love to remind you that how you do everything is by doing one thing at a time. So take a deep breath, stop staring at the whole beach, and pick up the next starfish. By the end of this episode, you’ll be ready to tackle your business, one task at a time, with renewed focus and confidence.

Welcome to The Spinoso Podcast hosted by CEO, doctor, comic book geek, and car guy, Alex Spinoso. I help people and companies grow - especially in the medical business. While my experience and expertise is in scaling all types of medical businesses to 7, 8, 9-figures or more, I can be a mentor to anyone who wants to take ownership of their lives, become a better leader at home and at work, and overcome any obstacle that stands in their way.

(0:00) - Intro

(1:27) - The Reality of Entrepreneurship

(3:48) - The Starfish Story

(6:25) - Practical Application of the Starfish Story

(8:50) - Enjoying the Results of Hard Work

(10:30) - Final Thoughts

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