Why Successful Entrepreneurs Set Boundaries

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In this episode, Dana is joined by Chris Shurian, a self-proclaimed “entrepreholic” who has spent 39 years building, operating, breaking, and resurrecting companies. Chris shares his story of achieving massive success only to face financial devastation during the 2008 recession. He reveals the mindset of an entrepreholic (where chasing new business opportuntities and building companies feels addicting) and how that can be both a superpower and a critical weakness. Chris explains why life balance isn’t a luxury but a core business strategy, and how setting firm boundaries from day one is the only way to play the long game without burning out. 

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