Entrepreneurs that don't pause, risk burning out. Setting clear boundaries isn't just ok, its essential for: - Your mental and physical health - Your important relationships - Your productivity and performance - Your overall success You can start setting boundaries by: - Deciding on clear work hours - Scheduling non-negotiable time for selfcare & family. - Turn off notifications during off hours

It's common to fall into the trap of believing that starting a business requires working endless hours or constantly churning out more and more content to increase impressions or views. However, this couldn't be further from the truth. The reality is that quality surpasses quantity, and to produce quality content, one must prioritize rest and well-being. Taking time for self-care not only improves your overall health but also enhances your ability to create meaningful content and contribute to your journey's success in the long run.

Recharging as an entrepreneur is essential for sustained productivity and well-being. Start by setting boundaries; establish designated work hours and stick to them. Schedule regular breaks throughout the day to rest and recharge. Disconnect from work emails and notifications during non-work hours to maintain work-life balance. Engage in hobbies or activities you enjoy outside of work, whether it's exercising, spending time with loved ones, or pursuing creative endeavors. Prioritize self-care through meditation, journaling, or simply unplugging and enjoying nature. Remember, downtime is not a luxury but a necessity for long-term success and happiness.

If you want to set boundaries to your work hours, set your desired schedule and ask yourself: - how do I make sure I show up in the morning at the beginning of my schedule? How do I make sure I log off at the end? - what could occur so that I make an exception? - if I make an exception, how do I get back to my schedule?

It's SO easy to work 24/7 when it's your own business. Having clear 'on' and 'off' working times can make a world of difference to your energy and motivation!

Next to scheduling downtime, don’t forget to embrace downtime at moments where everything screams that you don’t have time for it. Might sound kind of a paradox, but especially in moments when you feel a lot of pressure, the long term payoff of downtime is huge: - when you feel stressed because there is a ton of work to do, drop that work consciously for some minutes - when you feel overwhelmed, go for a walk, zoom out, re-prioritize and het the most important 1-2 tasks done The brain needs regular defragmentation to in order to keep running smoothly :)

Scheduling downtime for me involves disconnecting from my devices and emails. I've intentionally removed my work emails from my phone for this very reason. I reserve my phone for personal time and limit my computer use to work-related tasks. Implementing this separation can be as straightforward as setting reminders on your phone throughout the day to take a walk or indulge in some well-deserved rest and relaxation (R&R).

Scheduling downtime sounds like the answer in theory but when that schedule time block approaches, you likely find yourself dismissing it and working on projects that need attention instead. It's more than just scheduling downtime, it's planning what you're going to do during that time that doesn't involve looking at your work things to do list. Scheduling downtime so you're required to be at a location other than your home office is the key!

Downtime doesn’t have to be a week on a beach, even a daily walk, a coffee break in the garden and meeting with a friend for lunch - is downtime so the things that allow you to switch off. - switch off notifications or delete the work apps from your mobile device if having an extended downtime. - For me I have to be chatting, reading or listening to music to be able to switch off - sitting in silence allows my brain to go into overdrive so down time will look different for everyone.

Walking serves as my time to unwind and enjoy cruising while listening to music. It's a routine that works well for me—I take two 30-minute walks each day. During these walks, I often listen to podcasts, allowing me to take a break from screens and clear my mind. It's essential to prioritize mental clarity to enhance productivity later on. Constantly working without breaks isn't beneficial for anyone, nor is it conducive to the success of any business.

By a mirror and look at yourself. As long as you think you look fine, you avoid to recharge and disconnect. We seem to have tons of tips for each other, but honestly we don't listen to that. The bad habit of most is to go on and on, that is why we are entrepreneurs in the first place. Workaholics who love to work and it comes with a prize. To recharge and disconnect is when we drive home alone in our car, we listen to music, call some friends, have a dinner or when we go on this yearly ski trip with the guys. Recharging is all about setting priorities and unfortunately is often falls out of the vocabulary.

One of the best practice i have experience and it did help me significantly is Vipassana meditation. Focusing of breath to learn the truth of all the miseries. It helps in becoming more Efficient, focused and equanimous.

Explore the benefits of visualization techniques. Spend a few minutes each day visualizing your goals, envisioning success, and picturing yourself overcoming challenges. This practice can enhance motivation, clarity, and resilience, empowering you to tackle tasks with renewed focus and determination

Delegation can be highly effective, but it's crucial not to delegate and then simply forget, especially when working with new team members or freelancers. Regular follow-ups are essential, not just to check on the progress of tasks, but also to inquire if they require any assistance or support. While it's important to avoid micromanaging, ensuring that tasks remain on track for deadlines is paramount. Additionally, always be available to provide assistance if needed, ensuring that your team feels supported throughout the process.

This has been one of the hardest tasks for me - delegating the work and trying not to micro manage. It’s a fine line between entrusting the work to your team and ensuring they have all they need and understand without telling them how they should do it when in fact they can do it how they feel is best for their workload. Always check in that they understand and how they can be helped if needed. Plan a follow up to see how it’s going, or set a deadline and check they feel that they are in control enough to do this, if not offer help or ask what they need to do it. Don’t just delegate and run off.

One of the biggest reasons why business owners cannot or will not disconnect is that the work won't get done if they aren't doing it. Or so they feel. But it's usually a monster of their own creation. You need to empower your team with the skills to take work off your plate, and then trust them to do it correctly. You can then assume more of an oversight role. A business that depends on its founder, or any individual for that matter, has a huge liability as its core.

Expressing the desire to pursue passions may seem simple, but for many, discovering a genuine interest beyond work or projects can be challenging. Personally, I make an effort to explore new avenues, such as delving into intriguing books or exploring different sports. Recently, I gave rock climbing a try, although it didn't quite resonate with me. Nonetheless, I'm glad I ventured into it and gave it a shot.

One way to achieve this is to find an activity or activities that you are really passionate about (even if you are a workaholic). These could include things like photography, travels, adventure sports, etc. Make sure you chart out a growth path in this area and do multiple activities to keep yourself invested in this. This can be a great mind refresher, especially in the busy times today.

Make time to enjoy the things you love. Be it walks, music, tv or the gym. Your work will improve if your work life balance does too!

First off, as an entrepreneur, hopefully you're doing something you're passionate about and feel fulfilled doing -- if not start by changing that right there because that is the cause of burnout! You need to know what brings you energy and what drains you in both work and life. Make sure as you plan out your day and week, it is balanced. If you have a tough work day with energy draining activities, plan energy fueling activities outside of work. Or plan your work day to incorporate both energy draining and fueling activities if possible. When you're an entrepreneur, you set your own schedule -- do so wisely for your own benefit and that of your clients!

One question for you. Why did you start this business? And what are your goals in life? Because your business is simply the vehicle to get there. I expect you didn't start your business to work all the time.

Go remote for a few weeks/month. Changing the surrounding will complete change the mindset and perspective. Split the remote time with work and holiday time. You'll come back refreshed..

Algo que me ajudou muito a ajustar a vida pessoal e profissional foi levar tão a sério os compromissos pessoais quanto os profissionais, ter uma agenda e planejar os descansos. Quanto entendi que o importante não é o quanto tempo você trabalha, mas o quanto você é produtivo, comecei a ser muito mais criterioso sobre o que merece meu tempo. Não adianta ficar horas no escritório até tarde fazendo coisas que não são importantes ou não vão te levar a um próximo nível e abrir mão de estar com a família.

What gives you energy? What takes energy away from you? If you are an entrepreneur and are trying to find balance in your life , start by answering these 2 questions. Balance is something else for each of us, so don't judge yourself for working too much or too little, or anything else. Find what works for you in this period of your life and stay connected to yourself to always know what is best for you.

In this highly dynamic world, it is practically impossible for an entrepreneur to stay connected to the business. This is especially true if you are a business owner and run a medium-sized service industry and client-facing corporation like mine. One can take small breaks to rejuvenate, but calls and messages that require attention at my level are unavoidable. I have delegated a lot. The trouble with small and mid-sized businesses is that unless they acquire a certain size and have enough financial resources to automate systems to precision, they continue to require entrepreneurs' attention.