When most people think about the cost of hosting a virtual summit, they think about software, branding, and tech. But the biggest investment you'll make isn't financial—it's your time, energy, mental bandwidth, and emotional capacity.

In this episode, Jenny and Lindsay pull back the curtain on the hidden costs of hosting a summit and share how to prepare for them so you can create an incredible event without sacrificing yourself in the process.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why your time and energy are the true hidden costs of hosting a summit
• The most time-consuming parts of summit planning that often catch hosts off guard
• How decision fatigue and perfectionism create unnecessary stress
• The emotional challenges every summit host faces and how to navigate them
• Why unrealistic expectations can sabotage your summit experience
• The importance of planning runway and recovery time
• How repeatable systems, templates, and automations make every future summit easier
• Why hosting a successful summit doesn't mean everything has to go perfectly

Whether you're planning your very first summit or looking to make your next one more sustainable, this episode will help you shift your perspective, avoid burnout, and build an event that supports both your audience and your business.