101 Life
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Everybody Needs a Day OffEverybody Needs a Day OffWhen we work for someone else, we expect to have a day or two off each week. Working seven days a week would lead to fatigue and burnout. This is just as true for those who run a business as it is for employees. When starting a business, it can be tempting to work all the time. We want to get ahead, and we know that our success depends almost completely on us. But it is essential to give ourselves some time for rest and relaxation on a regular basis. All Work and No Play We've all heard the saying, "All work and no play makes Johnny a dull, dull boy." It's true that we're not much fun to be around when we're strictly business all the time. Work is an important part of our lives, but the fun stuff is important as well. One of the top reasons that people choose to start their own businesses is so that they can choose their hours. Some want to spend more time with their families, while others have hobbies that they enjoy participating in on a regular basis. But once they get started, they sometimes lose sight of that in favor of growing the business. If you find yourself working constantly, step back for a moment and think about what you're missing. You may find that it's the same things that you wanted to go into business so that you wouldn't have to miss. If so, schedule some time for those things and don't let anything get in the way of it. Working Too Hard Can Be Counterproductive It takes a lot of hard work to get a business off the ground. In the beginning, many business owners put in long hours in an attempt to get ahead. While putting in some overtime is often necessary, working 60 hours a week every week can be detrimental to our success. We need some time off to recharge our batteries and attend to other things. Working too hard for too long can affect our concentration, as can worrying about other things that need to be done outside of work. So it is important to schedule time off in order to keep ourselves focused. Scheduling Time Off When You Don't Live By a Schedule Scheduling can be a difficult thing when you're in business. There are times when you need to work around your clients, and deadlines may necessitate working on a day that you would normally take off. But it is important to schedule some time off every week. If you find yourself working when you had planned to rest and relax, try to reschedule just like you would if a work-related matter had to be postponed. Getting your work done is essential to your success, but so is taking time for rest and recreation. |
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