In today's episode, "How Wellness Drives Success," host Amy Vaughan chats with Brooke Daniels, founder of Holistic Hustle and experienced in venture capital and tech. They delve into the link between wellness and business success, exploring the impact of mindfulness, meditation, and holistic practices on well-being and productivity.

Brooke shares her journey from severe burnout to rediscovering purpose, highlighting the drawbacks of grind culture and the influence of Michael Singer's "The Surrender Experiment." They discuss practical strategies like work compression, mindfulness techniques, and balanced leadership to manage stress and enhance efficiency. Whether in venture capital, startups, or handling multiple roles, this episode provides insights and advice for a balanced and fulfilling life. Tune in as we redefine success through wellness and intentional living.

Featured in the Episode

Brooke Dani

Brooke’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thebrookedaniels/

Website: https://newsletter.holistichustlers.com/newsletters

Amy Vaughan,

Owner & Chief Empowerment Officer

Linkedin:** https://www.linkedin.com/in/amypvaughan/**

Brooke Daniels

Quotes

"A solid power-down routine clears tasks, sets up the day ahead, and prioritizes key actions by scheduling them first." -Brooke Dani

"Embracing diverse work styles, it's crucial to foster genuine collaboration within team settings."-Brooke Dani

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction

05:06 - The Art of Attentive Listening and Supervisor Consultation

00:00 - Join Brooke Daniels to challenge toxic grind culture.

07:41 - Career paths are flexible; networking is crucial.

16:23 - Balancing basics, health, family, work, preventing burnout.

19:19 - Routines, meditation, purpose, effective productivity for leaders.

25:39 - Discussing mindfulness: non-attachment and non-judgment principles.

29:04 - Discussing VC pressure, CEO roles, and overwork impact.

40:43 - Effective power-down ritual prepares for next day.

43:39 - Prioritize big tasks first thing each morning.

52:26 - Human, resilient leadership matters; embrace vulnerability.

57:23 - Scheduling messages for normal business hours consideration.

01:01:22 - Outro

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