148 | Holiday Hustle or Rest? Redefining Productivity in December

Let's challenge the "grind through the holidays" mentality. Hustle culture has convinced us that rest is lazy, that taking time off means we're not serious about our goals, and that we need to "end the year strong" no matter the cost. But what if that's all wrong? In this episode, we're redefining productivity and talking about strategic rest as a CEO power move—not something you do when you've earned it, but something that makes you better at everything you do. If you're feeling torn between ending the year strong and actually enjoying the holidays, this episode is for you.

What You'll Learn:

• What strategic rest actually looks like for busy CEOs (micro-rest, weekly rituals, actual time off)
• How to redefine productivity to include rest as a strategic business tool
• Practical strategies for a restful December without dropping the ball

This episode is essential for anyone feeling the pressure to hustle through the holidays and aims to normalize rest as a critical business strategy.

Timestamps:

02:28 The Myth of Hustle Culture

04:49 The Consequences of Ignoring Rest

06:10 Redefining Rest as a Strategy

07:07 Implementing Strategic Rest

09:07 Weekly and December Rest Plans

17:30 Overcoming Guilt and Embracing Boundaries