INTRODUCING

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Feel at ease taking a day off,

whenever you need one.

Instant Access for $55

includes four mp3 recordings, a pdf workbook, a pdf guide, and access to instructor Q&A

Sound familiar?

You’re a high-ambition, mission-driven millennial or gen z leader who finds it hard to admit that you could use a day off.

Even though you encourage your staff to use their PTO, when you yourself are running on empty you’d rather push through than concede it’s time for a break.

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Maybe you avoid taking time off because of the uncomfortable feelings that come along with it.

Conscious leaders often secretly feel guilty or anxious about taking time off.

Similarly, they don’t like what it feels like to:

  • lose a day of productivity,
  • be out of the loop,
  • leave staff to fend for themselves,
  • know decisions are being made without them, or
  • have others accommodate them.
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But here’s the real rub – you will end up taking a day (or more) off when you eventually crash.

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On some level you do know that a day off would serve you well. But you can’t seem to get over your resistance to it.

 

Maybe you even think resistance is normal – that it shows how dedicated to the cause you are.

Many millennial and gen z leaders have been conditioned to achieve no matter the sacrifice to their own well-being.

First off, please know that it is possible to become the kind of leader who is both dedicated to their mission and able to take a day off without resisting.

What you need to do is take a deep breath, look the resistance square in the eye, and get to know what it is really about.

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Sure, you already know it’s hard to admit you need a day off, but what’s underneath that? Why is that the case for you right now?

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And you know you don’t like the feelings you have when you do take a day off, but where are they coming from? What is the root source?

If you don’t even know how you’d start to unpack that, or you’d like someone to hold your hand while you do...

Let

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be your guide.

The material only takes a few hours to work through and is designed to help you let your resistance go.

includes four mp3 recordings, a pdf workbook, a pdf guide, and access to instructor Q&A

Getting help overcoming resistance toward taking time off is one common goal of working with an executive coach.

 

You can have access to the same approach used with Burnout Proof Leaders coaching clients, in a self-paced format.  

 

Making Peace with Taking a Day Off helps you shift your mindset and resolve your inner tension so you can feel at ease taking a day off whenever you need one.

Program Features

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STEP-BY-STEP GUIDANCE

Audio recordings guide you through the material and a companion workbook prompts you to reflect.

Feel like you’re being coached, without the expense.

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30-DAY ACCESS

When you decide to tackle your resistance, suddenly everything else will seem more pressing to distract you. With 30-day access to the programming, it will be harder for you to procrastinate yet you’ll have some flexibility to work through the material in timing that works for you.

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VIRTUAL Q&A

Get your questions answered asynchronously.

Receive not only answers to your questions but the Q&A from all participants.

What's Included

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AUDIO RECORDINGS AND WORKBOOK

Three audio recordings guide you through the material and one provides a summary. First, you’ll learn about resistance in general. Then you’ll work specifically on the issues of it being hard to admit you need a day off and not liking the uncomfortable feelings that come with it. Along the way you’ll be prompted to pause the recording to work through exercises in the workbook. The audio runtime is about one hour.

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REFERENCE GUIDE

The Reference Guide contains high-level summaries of the concepts presented so you don’t need to focus on writing everything down while you listen but still end up with a handy reference for later. It also includes space for your additional notes.

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INSTRUCTOR SUPPORT FOR 30 DAYS

Get your questions answered asynchronously. Receive not only answers to your questions but the Q&A from all participants.

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Meet Your Guide

Katie Sauer, Ph.D., founder of Burnout Proof Leaders

As an ex-nonprofit exec and former academic, I used to cycle through burnout and recovery and have needed my fair share days off.

 

For years it felt easier to push until I crashed because it felt easier than dealing with the resistance I experienced when I thought about taking a day off sooner.  

 

You see, I love to work at a full-throttle pace and am an achiever through and through. It feels good to push to the edge and see what I can really do.

 

I now know how to manage myself so that I can continue to have the high-octane career impact I desire, without sacrificing myself. I started Burnout Proof Leaders to share that knowledge and help you on your quest to change the world with energy to spare.

BTW - I'm a Xennial and my last name is pronounced "sour", like a lemon.

NEW TO BURNOUT PROOF LEADERS?

If you are a millennial or gen z leader, called to use your professional skills for positive impact in this lifetime, you’re in the right place.

Our programming focuses on the mindsets, behaviors, and tools that early and mid-career leaders need for a long career of sustained impact.

We want to help you advance your ambitious, mission-driven leadership career without sacrificing your well-being.

Our values include possibility, stewardship, sovereignty, inner wisdom, and play, and our programming helps you stay connected to yours.

Want to be unphased and even optimistic when you feel it's time to take a day off?

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It's time to let go of your resistance.

Immediate Access to Making Peace with Taking a Day Off

$55

I'm ready now!

includes four mp3 recordings, a pdf workbook, a pdf guide, and access to instructor Q&A

How do I know Making Peace with Taking a Day Off is right for me?

This resource is for you especially if:

  • You find it hard to admit you need to take a day off.
  • You don’t like the uncomfortable feelings that arise when you take a day off.

This resource is for you even if:

  • You feel like your resistance is stubborn and not likely to go away without a fight.
  • You’re somewhat skeptical that resistance is something that can be worked on in the first place.

This resource is not for you if:

  • You aren’t ready to do some deep self-reflection.
  • You aren’t comfortable with digital products (e.g., resource pdfs) or online learning.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS THE TIME COMMITMENT FOR THIS MINI-COURSE?

The total audio runtime is just shy of one hour. However, the questions in the workbook will likely take you a few hours to complete. You may also need to let some questions percolate for a few days before you are ready to answer. The content can typically be completed over 4 to 5 short sessions, though your experience will of course vary. Start with blocking off 30 minutes for your first session and see how far that takes you.

WHAT IF MY RESISTANCE TO TAKING A DAY OFF IS FOR OTHER REASONS?

This might not be the product for you, though you would likely still benefit from the first module which is about resistance in general.

I'D LIKE TO GIFT THIS TO SOMEONE. DO YOU HAVE ANY PURCHASING OPTIONS FOR THAT?

How thoughtful of you! We’d love to make this work for you and your lucky someone. Reach out and we’ll discuss the logistics.

THERE ARE SO MANY ONLINE TEACHERS AND COACHES, WHAT MAKES KATIE QUALIFIED?

During graduate school, Katie was fortunate to go through the best preparing future faculty program in the nation. She then spent a decade as an economics professor and was recognized multiple times for outstanding teaching. As a nonprofit executive at a national educational foundation, she oversaw the design, delivery, and evaluation of programming used by millions of high school students, college students, and consumers. In addition to a doctorate in economics, she's obtained a certificate in change leadership, and has completed executive education in nonprofit management. She's a formally trained executive coach, nutritionist, and yoga and meditation instructor.

WHAT IS YOUR REFUND POLICY?

Since access to all materials is immediate upon purchase, there are no refunds for Making Peace with Taking a Day Off.

I'VE GOT SOME ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS, CAN WE CHAT?

Of course. Contact us and we’ll make sure you get answers.

Are you ready to resolve your resistance to taking a day off?

Let

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help you shift your mindset and resolve your inner tension so you can feel at ease taking a day off whenever you need one.

 

Doesn't that sound nice?

includes four mp3 recordings, a pdf workbook, a pdf guide, and access to instructor Q&A

Terms & Conditions for Making Peace with Taking a Day Off

Please review our general Terms & Conditions.  

 

Refund Policy: Sales of Making Peace with Taking a Day Off are final and there are no refunds.

Online Account: You agree to keep your account secure and are responsible for the information associated with your account and anything that happens related to your account. Please use a strong password that is used only with this account and utilize any enhanced security features that may be available through the third-party learning platform (i.e., Podia). If you suspect your account has been compromised, notify the instructor immediately.

Access: Participants have access to the program materials in the online learning portal for 30 calendar days from the purchase date.