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In this episode, Maegan Megginson explores the transformative power of sabbaticals, challenging the belief that they’re only for the ultra-successful. She shares how intentional rest can prevent burnout, foster self-discovery, and lead to sustainable business growth for purpose-driven entrepreneurs.

Maegan Megginson is a business mentor, licensed therapist, and the host of the podcast Deeply Rested.

In this episode, Melinda and Maegan talk about:

• The importance of intentional sabbaticals for business owners
• Differentiating between sabbaticals and vacations
• The impact of capitalism and internalized beliefs on entrepreneurs’ relationship to rest
• Practical strategies for planning and funding a sabbatical
• Integrating sabbatical experiences back into business and life
• Setting client expectations and restructuring business for flexibility
• Challenges and resistance business owners face when considering time off
• The value of community and support during a sabbatical
• The three essential phases of a sabbatical: preparation, the sabbatical itself, and post-sabbatical integration

“Our business should be as unique as our fingerprint. It should be so unique that no one else can replicate it.” — Maegan Megginson

Guest Bio:

Maegan Megginson is a Business Mentor and Licensed Therapist who helps entrepreneurs recover from burnout by creating more sustainable and energizing ways to work. Drawing on her experience as a healer and seven-figure business owner, Maegan's unique magic weaves together the practical and spiritual elements we need to create successful businesses and truly wealthy lives. She is the host of Deeply Rested, the podcast and newsletter that helps people doing good work in the world take good care of themselves. You can learn more about her work at DeeplyRested.com and subscribe to her newsletter at DeeplyRested.com/newsletter.

Resources or websites mentioned in this episode:

Mirasee
Coaches Console
Melinda’s books: The Confident Coach and The Professional Coach
Maegan’s website: DeeplyRested.com
Maegan’s Newsletter: DeeplyRested.com/newsletter
Maegan’s Podcast: Deeply Rested

Credits:

Host: Melinda Cohan
Producer and Editor: Michi Lantz
Executive Producer: Danny Iny
Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely
Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio

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Music credits:

Track Title: Clouds
Artist Name: Acreage
Writer Name: Marshall Usinger
Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS

Track Title: Coastline Dream
Artist Name: Wild Sky
Writer Name: Adam Simons
Publisher Name: BOSS SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONS

Track Title: Coo Coos
Artist Name: Dresden, The Flamingo
Writer Name: Matthew Wigton
Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

Track Title: Stars & Trees
Artist Name: Outside The Sky
Writer Name: Dustin Ransom
Publisher Name: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

Special effects credits:
24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.

Episode transcript: Stop Building a Business That Burns You Out (Maegan Megginson).