The IGNITE Podcast with Josh Stone

Build a Business You Don’t Need to Escape From | EP 156

The IGNITE Podcast with Josh Stone

Show Notes

If you’re constantly hanging out for the next holiday just to recover from your business, something’s off.

In this episode, I break down how to build a consultancy that actually feels good to run — one that supports your life instead of draining it.

I explain how to redesign your weeks around high-value work, why your role must evolve as the business grows, and why relying on holidays as a recovery strategy is a warning sign — not a solution.

I also share a real client example that shows what happens when founders step out of low-value work, build the right team and systems, and finally create a business that can run smoothly without them hovering.

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