<p>After 5 years of sharing my life online and publishing a weekly podcast, I stopped everything. I started a full-time job and deleted Instagram off my phone.</p><p>In this episode, I reflect on building a coaching business during the pandemic, and what happened when the landscape shifted and effort stopped translating into results. I talk honestly about burnout, shame, and the moment I had to admit that the current version of my business was no longer working.</p><p>I share how stepping away from social media, choosing stability and accepting a salaried role brought unexpected relief, and helped me reconnect with who I am beyond productivity, visibility, and constant self-promotion.</p><p>Enjoy, and <a href="https://mariepiertremblay.substack.com/p/the-end-of-my-online-business-era?utm_campaign=comment&utm_medium=email&utm_source=substack&utm_content=post" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">subscribe to my Substack</a> if you want more.</p>