E330. REP: Your Boss Is an A-Hole, Entrepreneurism

You left your 9-to-5 to have freedom — but now your new boss (you) is harsher, more demanding, and pays you less than the old one ever did.” In this episode of PivotMe, April gets real about the dark side of entrepreneurship — when the very business you built for freedom becomes the reason you feel chained. Through raw conversations and personal stories, April exposes the dangers of blurred boundaries, overwork, and the toxic traits of our own “inner boss.” From Selena’s powerful reflection on losing control of her schedule to April’s candid self-checks, this episode will challenge you to rethink what it means to be in charge — and how to finally become the kind of boss you’d actually want to work for. 🔑 Key Takeaways: The Inner Boss Trap: Why entrepreneurs often treat themselves worse than any external employer would. Selena’s Wake-Up Call: How one simple truth about control over your schedule highlights the paradox of running your own business. Boundaries Are Leadership: Setting boundaries isn’t selfish — it’s how you protect your health, your time, and your creativity. Redefining Control: You don’t have to choose between being successful and having a life. True control comes from alignment, not hustle-for-hustle’s sake. Being a Good Boss (to Yourself): Learn to measure success by how you treat yourself, not just by profit or productivity. 📌 Actionable Items: Audit Your Workweek: Ask yourself, “Would I tolerate this schedule from someone else?” If not, change it. Create Your “No” List: Write down 3 things you will stop doing or delegating immediately — non-revenue, non-joy tasks that drain you. Schedule White Space: Block actual time on your calendar for recovery, thinking, and creativity. Treat it like an unmissable meeting. Check Your Inner Dialogue: If your self-talk as “the boss” is harsher than you’d accept from a manager, reframe it. Practice compassionate leadership — even with yourself. You became an entrepreneur for freedom, impact, and choice — not to become your own worst boss. April reminds us that our health, relationships, and sanity should never be collateral damage in the name of growth. Redefine control. Lead yourself well. Because the best businesses are built by leaders who treat themselves with the same respect they give others. “If you wouldn’t tolerate your current boss’s behavior from someone else — why are you tolerating it from yourself?” ---------------- 🔥 Step Into the Room with April Garcia This is your chance to secure a complimentary 20-minute strategy call with one of the most sought-after performance and business coaches. Bring your biggest challenge, and walk away with clarity, strategy, and next steps. Opportunities like this don’t come often. Claim your spot now before they disappear. 👉👉 Connect with April here: Website: https://www.theaprilgarcia.com  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AprilGarciaPivotMe  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theAprilGarcia/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theaprilgarcia