046. Work-Life Balance – is it a myth or reality?

The Keeping It Personal Show

17-04-2023 • 12 mins

How can business owners achieve a work-life balance that suits their individual needs? In this episode, we explore tips and tricks for achieving work-life balance, including prioritizing time, disconnecting, setting boundaries, and learning to say no. We discuss the challenges that business owners face in balancing personal and professional life and provide insights into finding the perfect balance. Join us as we delve into this ongoing debate and explore ways to manage time effectively to achieve a sense of balance.

[00:50 - 05:21] Finding the Elusive Work-Life Balance

  • Business owners face challenges in balancing personal and professional life
  • Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and neglecting personal relationships are signs of imbalance
  • Finding the perfect balance is elusive but not impossible
  • Prioritizing and identifying what's most important helps achieve balance

[05:22 - 12:13] Tips for Achieving Work-Life Balance

  • Prioritize time effectively by identifying non-negotiable and negotiable tasks
  • Learn to disconnect from work when not working
  • Set boundaries and say no to commitments that derail priorities
  • Work-life balance is a bit of both myth and reality, but identifying priorities helps maintain balance.

Quotes:

“Finding the perfect balance between work and life is like trying to find a unicorn. It's rare and it's elusive. However, it doesn't mean it's impossible. - Teri Johnson

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