Episode 64

Chronically Automated - Episode #9

In this episode of Chronically Automated, I got real with Anthony about something a lot of founders and fast-moving entrepreneurs don’t talk about enough: using crisis mode as a business strategy, and why that mindset will quietly burn you out.

We dove into the reality of feeling calm only when everything’s on fire. I opened up about how my ADHD brain thrives in urgency, how that clarity under pressure is addicting, and how for years I unintentionally created chaos just so I could jump in and fix it. Spoiler alert: that’s not sustainable, and it’s definitely not a growth strategy.

Anthony brought his own perspective to the table, how his sales-driven brain seeks momentum, but not necessarily the chaos that comes with it. And that contrast sparked an honest conversation about how we each handle structure, stress, and strategy.

This episode isn’t about glorifying high-stress performance. It’s about recognizing it, unpacking it, and retraining your brain to operate from stability instead of survival. I shared how I’ve shifted out of that crisis cycle, what I do now when everything feels “too calm,” and how I channel that energy into learning new tech, building systems, and scaling operations that don’t rely on adrenaline.

We also talked about how subconscious patterns can sabotage your business, how to spot them, and what it actually looks like to lead from clarity instead of chaos.

If you’re building your business off urgency and wondering why it always feels like you’re one step from burnout, this one’s for you.

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Meghan Donnelly

She’s the owner and founder of The Digital Unicorns, a small digital operations agency that helps multi-6-figure businesses streamline and optimize their digital experience with automated systems and tools. She’s also the brains and the chaos behind The Queen of Automation. Meghan has over 15 years in the digital operations industry, with a ton of experience and geeky expertise to share. As a business owner with ADHD, automation changed her life, and she loves sharing techy tips and tricks with other entrepreneurs.
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Andrea Salazar

Meet Andrea, our Social & Customer Engagement Ninja. She handles all our social and community management, collaborating with other brands to help boost our brand’s online presence. Her goal is to make our customers happy through smart communication and engagement strategies. When not at work, you’ll find her enjoying life as a mom of two, juggling career wins with family fun.

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