# Why I'm Closing Venus

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Podcast: [Boss Bitch Radio w/IFBB Pro, Diane Flores](https://stenobird.com/podcast/boss-bitch-radio-w-ifbb-pro-diane-flores-3655498)
Published: 2026-04-10T09:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

This episode is not easy for me to record… and honestly, I didn't want it to sound polished. I wanted it to feel like a voice memo straight from me to you. Because this is real life, real emotions, and a really big decision. After 19 years, I've made the decision to close my women's fitness studio, Venus. This wasn't something I decided overnight. It's been weighing on me for a long time. In this episode, I'm sharing the full story - the why behind the decision, what Venus has meant to me, and the lessons I've learned from building a business, a community, and a space that changed not only my life, but so many women's lives too. If you've ever owned a business, struggled with burnout, or felt like you were outgrowing something you once loved… this episode will hit home. I talk about leadership, trying to run multiple businesses, mental health behind the scenes, and what happens when your capacity gets stretched too thin. #closingabusiness #entrepreneurlife #burnoutrecovery #womeninbusiness Key Takeaways: 02:33 - Why I Had to Make This Decision 06:00 - How Venus Actually Started (wild story) 08:30 - How We Shifted Into Fitness 11:08 - Building Strength + Real Community 13:18 - Identity, Growth & So Much Gratitude 16:31 - Let Me Introduce You to the Team 20:07 - What This Taught Me About Leadership 25:15 - So… What Happens Now? 26:21 - Saying Goodbye + What's Next for Me Links Mentioned: Let's cut through the noise - book your Reset Clarity Call here: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/book-a-free-call Join the newsletter for more behind-the-scenes tips, cheat sheets, and practical tools → https://www.bossbitchradio.com/newsletter Connect with Diane: Website: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro YouTube: https://www.youtub…

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