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In 2018, YouTuber Elle Mills posted a video detailing how burnout had impacted her ability to share content with her millions of YouTube subscribers. Since then, it’s become common to see videos, tweets, and posts announcing a break due to burnout.Burnout is quite severe — 61 percent of creators are facing burnout, according to ConvertKit’s 2022 State of the Creator Economy report. Its effects and consequences vary, but with studies showing that it can take up to three years to recover from burnout, it’s not something anyone should risk.So whatever your reasons are for creating content, whether to grow a personal brand or build an influencer empire, it’s vital to develop systems for avoiding burnout. How? In this article, we hope to provide an answer to that question. We’ll help you identify signs of burnout and share advice from creators like Jack Appleby and Tori Dunlap on avoiding it entirely.How can you identify creator burnout?Burnout manifests in different ways and for various reasons. However, the results are usually the same – you lose the motivation for creative output. To prevent it, you must understand what may be happening in your daily routine that might lead you to burnout. Some reasons you may experience burnout, according to ConvertKit’s report, include:Feeling pressure to post consistently and everywhere: There are so many different platforms, and it’s easy to fall into the trap of feeling the need to be everywhere all the time. But that may not be efficient. Experts often refer to niching down to a particular topic, industry, or platform as the best way to make the most of your creative efforts. Of course, leave room for experimentation, but once you know which platforms work best for you and your audience, be confident in your decision to adopt one or stay away.Content fatigue: Running out of ideas – and a lack of motivation to find new ones – is one of the clearest signs that you’re burned out. And sticking it out won’t do you or your audience any favors because the perceived value you provide may no longer shine through in your work.Comparisons to other creators: It’s commonplace for people to compare themselves to what they see fellow creators doing. But this is never helpful, especially when you only have insights from what they share online. The creative journey is a sprint and rarely has a definite end – growth will happen to everyone even if the paces differ.Unable to mentally disengage: The Internet has become omnipresent, making it difficult to disengage even for people who haven’t made it their job to post online. The need to leave your work where it is cannot be overstated – and if you feel like you can’t take a break, you may be on the verge of burnout.Physical manifestations: Burnout can exacerbate or lead to anxiety and even depression. If creating and publishing content – or even just the idea – has physical consequences, you may be burned out.A contributor to this New York Times article about burnout said, “I feel like social media is built to burn people out.” But social media is ultimately just a tool – how you wield it matters more than what it is. Armed with the knowledge of how it can be harmful, you must adopt habits and create systems to avoid or overcome burnout.Tips from creators on avoiding (or overcoming) burnoutTaking steps to prevent burnout is far more important than fighting burnout when it hits. Here’s what these creators do to avoid burnout.Set aside time for “life” through boundariesFirst and foremost on the journey to avoiding burnout is setting proper boundaries. This helps you find and maintain a balance between what is work and what isn’t. Treat your work like you would a job and create space for separate activities.Of course, this is easier said than done. Tori Dunlap, founder of HerFirst100k is no stranger to struggling with productivity. As the face of her brand, she often finds herself unable to separate work and life. She says, “I’m [honestly] still working on [avoiding burnout]. I’m navigating it because I care so much [about my work] – it feels like my child that I need to take care of constantly.” Still, Tori has found ways to disconnect. On how she avoids burnout, Tori says, “I find being present with people that I love is really helpful for me. I love opportunities where I can forget about work because, honestly, they’re few and far between.”📣Action: Take time to be present with the people you love.Learn to be choosy when it comes to what you create – and where you do itYou can’t be on every platform, and we highlighted the pressure that creators might feel as a potential identifier for burnout. An addendum to that is that you can’t create everything, at least not simultaneously. It’s really difficult – at least without support – to be creating long-form content for YouTube, then chopping it up for TikToks or Instagram Reels and running a blog.📣Action: Be selective with which shiny new platforms you choose to join – and audit the existing ones you work with already.Blogger at Buffalo Sauce Everywhere, Renata Leo, says, “Primarily, you learn to be very choosy with what you create. I would love to take on one million projects at one time, but that’s not realistic and will lead to burnout very quickly. Use self-awareness to recognize which opportunities will bring you joy and not leave you burnt out.”Take frequent breaksOne of the best parts about being a creator is choosing your hours. This means you decide when to clock in or out and aren’t tied to a nine-to-five schedule. Take advantage of that by disconnecting as frequently as possible.Jack Appleby, Creator at Morning Brew, in addition to his consistent publishing on Twitter and LinkedIn, shares some timely advice. “Something I am playing around with a lot is when I am doing my work and how I am doing my work. If there’s a day where I’m just not feeling creative, or I’m not finding it me to write, I disconnect, turn on a movie in the middle of the day, and then revisit [my work] later at night. Because as long as I deliver my newsletter, they don’t care when I write it as long as it’s turned in on time.”Avoid making work for yourself and allow rest so you can always do your best creative work. Matt Parkin, the creator of Mornings with Matt and LinkedIn personality, says, “I used to see empty space in my calendar and strive to fill it with more calendar events. The truth is, you can be even more productive by not filling your entire calendar and taking breaks when you need them. As a creator, there’s always more you can be doing, whether it be creating new content, sourcing clients or collaborations, or interacting more with your community. Remember to set boundaries and know that most things can wait until tomorrow, so don’t lose sleep trying to get everything done today.”💡Some practical ways to take a breakFive-minute meditations you can do at workTake a short walk around your officeStretch at your deskJot down a gratitude listSchedule time to take a break on your calendarGive yourself wiggle roomCreativity isn’t a tap you can turn on and off – you might have days when you just can’t produce anything. Writer Anna B. Yang has an extensive and impressive track record, published on sites like Webflow in addition to her newsletter. She says, “Because I can’t “force” creativity, I give myself some wiggle room. If things don’t go as planned, have some time built in to catch up.”Consider time-blocking for creative work. Anna shares that she already knows how much creative work she can handle on any given day and reserves a block of time (about one and a half to two hours) for her deepest, most focused work. She adds that she also alternates days that require more intensive creative effort with a bit easier work.“The longer I’ve been immersed in creative work, the more forgiving I’ve become. I used to get so frustrated if I couldn’t accomplish all the creative work I had planned. Now I realize that if I keep pushing myself too hard, I’ll no longer enjoy the work. I’ve gotten better about pacing myself.”📣Action: Be kinder to yourself when the creativity is just not thereFind a system for productivity that worksProductivity is measured and looks different for everyone. But finding a system that works for you is vital. Consider the factors that might affect your creative output, like your audience, platforms, or content type, and work out a system for producing consistent content.Shayla Price, the creator of PrimoStats – a searchable database of curated marketing statistics, shared her system for productivity. She says, “I divide my tasks into multiple sub-tasks across several days. This method helps me avoid procrastination and the need to rush through my tasks. So, if I need to write a blog post, I’ll draft a paragraph a day or focus on a specific section. It takes me longer to finish the task. However, the consistency ensures that I actually finish the task.”💡Ways to start creating a system for productivityUse popular methods of breaking up your focus like the Pomodoro technique or time blockingTry out coworking with other people on platforms like Flow Club and Workfrom for accountabilityAutomate wherever you can to leave space for creativityPart of avoiding burnout involves creating systems to manage the work that can happen automatically. Tools like Buffer or Zapier are made specifically to help reduce the need to spread your attention and workload too thin. Invest in tools that help you automate tasks to leave time for other endeavors.🛠️Get started with Buffer today.

“Networking” is a buzzword that many of us have a serious love/hate relationship with.
Whether you’re trying to develop your personal career or forge new business relationships, making offline, personal connections has become even more critical as online social networking becomes the norm.
This guide will help you navigate those uncomfortable face-to-face networking situations, so the next time you step into a room of potential connections, you’ll feel ready to dive right into relationship-building conversations.

Network before job searching.
Come prepared with a clear goal in mind.
Have some conversation starters ready.
Introduce yourself to someone more experienced.
Ask people about themselves.
Practice active listening.
Write notes after each meaningful conversation.
Ask for what you want.
Exit a conversation gracefully.
Follow up every time.

1. Network before job searching.
As anyone who has ever looked for a job can attest, the process can be daunting. Knowing who to reach out to can make all the difference.
One way to make the process a little easier is to start networking with people before you even begin looking for a job. That way, when the time comes, you will already have contacts to leverage.
Building relationships with people in your industry can help you to get your foot in the door, and it can also give you an inside look at what companies are hiring.
In addition, you can identify mentors who can provide guidance and support throughout your career.

2. Come prepared with a clear goal in mind.
Next time you’re going to an event, ask yourself: “Who do I want to meet, and why?”
Certain event registration platforms will share attendee lists on the registration page. If a guest list like this is available, take a moment to scan it.
You might discover potential clients, mentors, or employees you want to connect with.
For instance, let’s say you’re the CMO of a successful lawn-mowing business and your goal is to leave the event with 10 leads.
Having a specific goal in mind will allow you to prepare effectively and keep you focused during networking events.
It will make your conversations less ambiguous and lead to better alignment with your connections.

3. Have some conversation starters ready.
Approaching a big or small group can be intimidating. With the right approach, you can join an existing conversation or start your own successfully.
Ease into the evening by introducing yourself to one person who is also flying solo and looking for someone to talk to.
Ahead of time, read up on industry news and trends so you’ll be prepared to spark conversation and ask for other people’s thoughts on topics that are interesting to both of you.
Other great conversation starters include:

What do you do for work?
What brought you to this event?
What do you think about the event so far?
Are you familiar with any of the speakers?

Your first connection at an event is your gateway to meeting more people. Maybe they came with friends they can introduce you to, or maybe you’ll decide to break into bigger groups together.
Whoever you approach first, relieve some of the awkwardness with informed, relevant conversation starters to get in the swing of things together.
Once your first conversation goes smoothly, it’ll give you the confidence to interact with others.

4. Introduce yourself to someone more experienced.
We sometimes walk into networking events with high hopes of meeting the CEO of a company we admire, or the author of a book that kickstarted our career.
We’re so thrilled to be in the same place as them, but suddenly, you spot them across the room and become nervous, awkward, and maybe a little bit sweaty.
So how can you successfully strike up a conversation?
First and foremost, make sure you have a purpose. Butting into their conversation to tell them you love their work or admire their approach will not invite stimulating conversation. It’s more likely to evoke a simple “thank you.”
Consider what it is about this person that resonated with you, and tie it into your work, projects, or philosophy.
Approach them with confidence, and introduce yourself not as a fan, but as an equal – because you are – and say something thought-provoking that they can relate to.
Like this: “Your application of inbound marketing for nonprofits was helpful for me at my last job, but I’m transitioning into a job in the pharmaceutical industry. Would you change your inbound marketing approach if you were me?”
Remember that you admire this person because you respect their thought leadership. Give them a chance to admire you, too, by sparking an interesting and relevant conversation.

5. Ask people questions about themselves.
Often, we meet someone and exchange our names, company, job title, and where we grew up in about three minutes. Then we smile, look at the ground, and say something like “I love your shirt.”
When the small talk is up, it’s easy for the conversation to go south.
I’ve learned to avoid this by making them the topic of conversation.
You may be thinking, how can I make connections if we just talk about them the whole time? Well, showing genuine interest in another person can say more about you than talking about yourself could.
Besides, if a person doesn’t reciprocate the behavior and encourage you to tell them about yourself afterward, then they probably weren’t a valuable connection to begin with.
Next time a conversation is flailing, ask for them to elaborate or tell you more about themselves and you’ll find talking points you’ll be able to expand on.

6. Practice active listening.
One of the biggest challenges of networking is learning how to actively listen to others.
When we’re networking, we’re often so focused on sharing that we might not take the time to really listen to the other person.
This is essential for building strong relationships – it shows that we’re interested in what the other person has to say and that we’re paying attention.
One way to practice active listening is to paraphrase the other person’s statement. This signals to the other person that we understand them and shows that we’re engaged in the conversation.
Another technique is asking questions, which shows a genuine interest in others and invites them to keep engaging in conversation.
Active listening is a key skill for networking and will build the foundation for strong and productive relationships.

7. Write notes after each meaningful conversation.
Have you ever been in a situation where you meet someone new, have a great conversation, and then forget their name when you go to follow up?
It happens to the best of us, but there is a solution: write a personal note after each meaningful conversation.
This doesn’t have to be anything formal, just a few quick sentences about who the person is and what you talked about. That way, when you go to follow up, you’ll have all the information you need right at your fingertips.
Not only will this make you look more professional, but it will also help you build stronger relationships with the people you meet.

8. Ask for what you want.
The highlight of networking events we all fantasize about is leaving with a concrete exchange that will move our business or career forward. Maybe it’s a job offer, getting an investor on board, locking down a recommendation letter, or landing a client you’ve been after for months.
Whatever the highlight, it isn’t going to fall in our lap. We can play all the right cards to set us up for the big moment, but a time will come when we need to put ourselves out there and firmly express what we want.
The question is, how should you do this without coming across as aggressive?
Consider your answer to the classic job interview question “Why should we hire you over the other candidates?” You come up with a true, succinct, humble, and exemplary answer of why you’re the right person for the job.
Your approach to getting what you want from networking isn’t all that different, except it’s important to express your flexibility.
This combination of flexibility and confidence in getting the job done is a brilliant way to frame your next big ask: Be firm on what you want, but present it in a way that highlights the benefits for your listener.

9. Exit a conversation gracefully.
It’s important to remember that networking isn’t like speed-dating. The goal isn’t to meet as many people as you can – it’s to make valuable connections.
While it’s important not to rush through conversations for this reason, there are times when we need to jump ship. Whether you’re chatting with someone who won’t let you get a word in, or someone who is wasting time whining about their boss, you should still be polite when ending the conversation.
If there’s a lull in the conversation, say “Please let me know how that project goes, I’d love to see it and hear how it turns out.” This will show you were engaged, and though it ends the conversation in the moment, they won’t feel offended.
Alternatively, consider asking them “Have you seen anyone from [company name] tonight? I’ve been meaning to chat with them.” This will kindly express that it’s important to you to expand your network.

10. Follow up every time.
Networking can be a great way to make professional connections, but it’s only effective if you follow up. After all, exchanging business cards is only the first step in building a relationship.
If you want to make a lasting impression, you need to take the time to follow up with the people you meet.
So how do you follow up effectively? First, send a personalized email or LinkedIn message within 24 hours of meeting someone. This shows that you’re interested in keeping in touch.
Second, invite the person you met to coffee or lunch so you can further connect. After that, it’s just a matter of staying in touch by sending occasional emails, reaching out via social media, or meeting up.
Plan on attending a networking event soon? Leave awkwardness at the door by walking in with full confidence. Use the tips and remember: The outcome of the evening is up to you.
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published in Aug. 2019 and has been updated for comprehensiveness.