Why Entrepreneurs Burn Out, and How to Think Differently About Stress
Release Date: 01/19/2026
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What if stress isn’t the problem, but the story you’re telling yourself about it is?
This is Part 2 of Jen’s conversation with Suzanne Boehs of Kool Foam LLC, and it goes even deeper.
In this episode of The Financial Operator: Cash In, Chaos Out, Jen and Suzanne continue their candid, unscripted discussion about stress, entrepreneurship, partnership, and the mental side of building a business that lasts.
This isn’t a tactical episode about spreadsheets or KPIs. It’s about the human side of business. How entrepreneurs and their partners navigate pressure, comparison, decision-making, and long seasons of growth without burning out.
In Part 2, Suzanne shares insights from 18 years in business, including:
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Why stress comes from every angle, and what you can control
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How fueling your body affects decision-making and emotional regulation
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The danger of comparison culture and social media highlight reels
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Why fast decisions still require intention
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How past failures create resistance to future growth
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Reframing stress as adventure instead of dread
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Why meaning matters just as much as money
If you’re building a business, supporting an entrepreneur, or feeling overwhelmed by the weight of “doing it right,” this episode offers perspective, grounding, and clarity.
🎧 Watch Part 2 now and continue the conversation on stress, success, and sustainability.
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 Welcome Back & Why This Conversation Matters
02:13 The Reality of Stress in Entrepreneurial Households
05:36 Fueling Your Body to Reduce Stress and React Better
09:04 Comparison Culture, Social Media, and Unrealistic Expectations
12:49 18 Years in Business: Why You Can’t Compare Journeys
16:18 Fast Decisions vs. Intentional Decisions
20:15 Revenue Goals, Meaning, and Motivation
24:26 Why Money and Fulfillment Must Co-Exist
28:57 Stress vs. Adventure: Changing the Narrative
34:55 Supporting Each Other Through the Hard Days
43:16 Final Thoughts & How to Connect with Suzanne Boehs
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