S6 EP23: When Success Ends: Why Selling Your Business Can Trigger Identity Loss, Burnout & Depression

S6 EP23: When Success Ends: Why Selling Your Business Can Trigger Identity Loss, Burnout & Depression

Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? This episode of RAW CHATTER! brings a unique perspective on addiction recovery, focusing on the unexpected emotional challenges faced by entrepreneurs after selling their businesses. Host Vicky Midwood, known for her no-nonsense approach to addiction, chats with exit specialist Lindsay Brown. Together, they dive into the lesser-discussed aftermath of business exits, including identity loss, burnout, and even post-exit depression.

Lindsay shares her personal experiences and insights into how selling a business can feel like a divorce or a sudden loss of purpose. The conversation highlights the adrenaline addiction that fuels many entrepreneurs and the void it leaves behind once the business is sold. Lindsay also offers practical advice on managing this transition, emphasising the importance of allowing oneself time to decompress and rediscover personal identity outside of work.

With a blend of personal anecdotes and expert guidance, this episode is a must-listen for anyone contemplating or experiencing a business exit. So, what happens when success ends? How do you redefine yourself in the absence of the hustle? Tune in to find out!