The Long Haul Leader: Redefining Success and Burnout | Chris Ducker

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When we talk about leadership and entrepreneurship, the conversation often veers toward hustle culture, 80-hour workweeks, and the kind of relentless, sleep-when-you’re-dead mentality that’s glorified on social media. But what’s the real cost?
In this episode of Authors Who Lead, I speak with Chris Ducker—entrepreneur, mentor, and author—about the deeply personal experiences that inspire his new book, Long Haul Leader. This isn’t just another business strategy book. It’s a candid, thoughtful guide to lasting success—without sacrificing your health, relationships, or joy.

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00:00 Struggling post-sabbatical return
04:28 Adrenal fatigue and burnout
06:25 Leadership chaos guide
12:06 Hustle: season, not lifestyle
13:45 Balancing entrepreneurship and family life
18:24 Importance of relationships and hobbies
19:43 Boost productivity: rediscover nature
23:54 Embracing diverse ideas
28:48 Choices impact recovery journey
31:01 Focus over followers: embrace clarity
33:19 Finding joy in simple living
37:23 Chris’s reflective return to England
39:40 Prioritizing relationships over hustle
45:34 Book cover decision reflections
47:43 Writing journey and future books
49:46 Long Haul Leader launch details

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