How to Juggle Leading and Living

Professional Development

January 3, 2018
Julie Morris

Topics

Actions, Leadership, Self Development, Vision

People are incredible creatures; they can juggle so many important things and make it all look effortless. From running a business to running a home, there are many facets to a successful life, and as easy as it may look from afar, there is a lot of work involved. It takes a lot of self-discipline and a penchant for planning to be able to keep everything going smoothly.

Fortunately, there are several simple ways you can learn to balance all the things in your life well, including running a business. The key is to remember to take care of yourself in addition to all the other things you’re giving attention to and plan well so you can reduce stress. Getting organized is imperative, so think about how you can maximize your time and space to ensure productivity.

Here’s how you can do it all and keep stress and anxiety to a minimum.

Make time for yourself

You may be running full-force every day trying to take care of your business and a million tasks at home, but it’s important to remember to take care of yourself as well. Designate one day per week where you don’t answer emails or do anything work-related, and try to get in daily exercise for 20 or 30 minutes. This will help you feel better and keep you healthy even when you’re battling through a difficult week.

Manage your business trips

Many business owners have to travel quite a bit, and while it can be a hassle, it’s important to make the best of it when you can to keep your stress levels down. For instance, you can book your flights early to get a good price, or bring your family along on trips to desirable locations so you can spend time with them when you have a few moments free. When it comes to making travel arrangements, it’s best to do some research beforehand so you don’t end up overpaying.

Just say no

It can be difficult to say no to someone who needs your help, but when it comes to business, sometimes you have to be firm and keep your own needs in mind. Learning to decline when someone asks for your time can help you stay sane during those busy days and keep your schedule manageable.

"It's mandatory to say no," says entrepreneur Katherine Reynolds Lewis. “If you said yes to every request or opportunity or avenue of work you would be busy 24-7 with no time for your family."

Get organized

It’s difficult--or next to impossible--to run a business and feel in control of life when you’re disorganized. Even if you think you have a good handle on things, there could still be some areas that could use improvement. Look at your bookkeeping, file system, and training concepts with your business. At home, think about whether the current layout of your home is really working for you, or if you can change up a few things to make mornings go more smoothly. It can be hard to get the kids ready and out the door for school, but creating an area near the door for everyone’s coat, backpack, and shoes is a simple way to improve upon it. If you run a home-based business, be sure to have a designated workspace that is well organized and be sure to schedule breaks for yourself.

Keeping everything running smoothly is never an easy task, but with some preparations, you can at least make it as stress-free as possible. Think about the best ways to integrate organizational tips into your life and ask for help when you need it; after all, no one can do everything by themselves.

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