Hello, I’m Bill English, founder of OnPath Coaching. I help business leaders create more free time for themselves, generate more profit, strengthen their marriages and families, and walk more closely with God. Welcome to my series on Current Issues for Business Owners.

Did you know that the rate of depression among business owners is 30% higher than the general population? What happens to the business when the owner is depressed? For starters, because depression saps energy and motivation, it will take extra effort for the owners to accomplish basic tasks, such as responding to emails or texts. Also, employees may  distance themselves, focus on their work, and avoid interacting with the owner.