FAIL FORWARD: TURNING BUSINESS BREAKDOWNS INTO GROWTH | With Chris Ellis | The Business Spotlight

What does it really take to build a thriving business without burning out? In this honest and inspiring conversation, Simon Marshall sits down with Chris Ellis, owner of Harrison’s Homes, to uncover the reality behind the headlines of award-winning success. Chris began his estate agency career in 2004, driven by ambition and a desire to reach the top. By 2016, he had taken ownership of his own branch, but years of 90-hour workweeks pushed him to the breaking point. In 2020, burnout forced a reckoning—one that reshaped not just how he ran his business, but how he lived his life. In this episode, Chris speaks openly about -The pressure of leadership and lessons learned from failure -Shifting from working in the business to working on it -Why surrounding yourself with mentors and supportive peers is essential -How vulnerability and transparency can transform leadership The importance of mental health, family, and redefining success beyond profit This is more than a business story—it’s a raw account of resilience, self-development, and learning to let go. Whether you’re a UK or US business owner, entrepreneur, or leader balancing growth with personal well-being, Chris’s journey offers both warning signs and hope. If you’ve ever wondered how to step back without losing momentum, delegate without guilt, or lead with authenticity in a competitive industry, this interview delivers practical insight and emotional truth. You can get in touch with Chris Ellis here on LinkedIn:   / harrisons-homes   🔔 Want your business to be featured as our next Business Spotlight? Book in your FREE podcast slot today via our website: https://www.businessspotlightseries.com #business #advice #podcast #businessowner #businesstips #growth #businessgrowth #businesslesson #businessessentials #howtostartabusiness #businessstrategy #businesspodcast #motivation #thebusinessspotlight #success This channel explores everything from UK business strategies to starting your own business in the UK. Gain exclusive insights for UK-based entrepreneurs and learn how to manage your own business, understand any business, and promote your business effectively. Discover tips on how to market your service business, start a restaurant business in the UK, and even how to start your own business with no money. Follow along for valuable advice on building, managing, and growing your business.