Productivity for Profit
Boost your effectiveness as you build the business and life you love, every single day. Forget 'one day' and start today, because self empowerment is the secret to successfully achieving your big work and life goals. And the fastest and most effective way to do that is through your productivity.
Join your host Libby Knight to discover a higher level of success and freedom as you redefine what productivity really means. In this podcast series I explore techniques and skills in business development, productivity and mindset, so that you can have more direction, focus, clarity and feel truly inspired.
Libby Knight is a feel good business development mentor and productivity and time management specialist who works closely with ambitious entrepreneurs, and business owners who are aware that they need to prioritise their wellbeing and that managing their workload and their time is a crucial piece of the puzzle.
This podcast is tailored to busy people running a service based business who are looking to step up their impact without becoming overwhelmed or burnt out. Are you looking for inspiration and actionable ideas that will enable you to take control and get faster results? Then you're in the right place.
Productivity for Profit
Episode 62 : Hard Work vs. Hustle: The Path to Progress or the Road to Burnout
In the online business world, “hustle” is often glorified — the long hours, late nights, and constant grind presented as the price of success. But is it really?
In this episode of the Productivity for Profit podcast, we’re unpacking the real difference between hard work and hustle — and why confusing the two can keep you stuck, exhausted, and doubting yourself.
You’ll learn:
- The clear distinction between hard work and hustle (and why they look similar but feel completely different)
- The hidden costs of hustle culture: burnout, guilt, and reactive decision-making
- Why sustainable, consistent effort is what truly drives progress
- The mindset shifts you need to reframe success and let go of hustle habits
- Practical strategies to replace hustle with focused, intentional hard work that actually moves your business forward
If you’ve ever felt guilty for slowing down, overwhelmed by your to-do list, or caught up in the “busyness equals success” trap, this episode will give you clarity, permission, and practical steps to do business differently.
It’s time to trade the grind for growth — and embrace hard work that feels good, balanced, and sustainable.
About Your Host Libby Knight:
Hi, it's lovely to meet you.
I'm Libby, business strategy mentor and mindset coach.
I help ambitious and creative entrepreneurs to grow their service based businesses with confidence, in an environment where they can be seen and heard and feel safe. My goal is to empower you to create a business on your terms so that you have the tools, skills and knowledge you need to build and grow your business in a way that makes you truly happy.
I teach both effective mindset techniques and business strategy that together empower you to overcome the hurdles and limiting beliefs that are holding you back.
This is feel-good business development!
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