Ashleigh Pakis outlines the importance of prioritising wellbeing, setting boundaries and reaching out for help to ensure brokers aren’t burning out. Finding the balance between working hard and switching off can be an ongoing battle for the self-employed. But it wasn’t until Ashleigh Pakis of Panache Financial burned out that she realised the extent to which she was pushing herself. In this episode of Elite Broker, host Annie Kane catches up with Australia’s Regional Broker of the Year 2023 to find out:

• How she’s been delighting customers in regional NSW.
• The importance of having mentors throughout your career.
• How she prioritises her wellbeing and de-stresses.

If you require support in managing burnout and want to talk to a counsellor, a free, confidential counselling is available from Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636. If you are concerned for your immediate safety or the safety of others, call Triple Zero (000).