Why do you believe that rest is a critical superpower for entrepreneurs?
Replied byJake Karls
Co-founder & Chief Rainmaker at Mid-Day Squares
Niche: Retail
Revenue: Approx. 3.16 Million USD/month
Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Started: 2018
I used to view rest as a sign of weakness and felt embarrassed by it. I learned that your brain must shut off to prevent creative burnout. Scheduling structured rest every quarter allows me to return with better creative output, strategic clarity, and energy for the business.
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