48-year-old worked herself ‘into the ground' building a $255 million business—then her life fell apart

Alli Webb, co-founder of a popular chain of hair salons, experienced personal struggles after achieving business success. Within a few years of growing her company, she went through a divorce, lost her mother to cancer, and dealt with her teenage son’s addiction issues. Webb admits that she avoided facing these challenges by burying herself in work. Eventually, she reached a breaking point and sought help. Therapy, journaling, meditation, exercise, and running became important tools for improving her mental health. Webb now advocates for prioritizing mental well-being over work and encourages a healthier work-life balance.