No matter the reason for travel or the length of a trip, the weeks leading up to vacation are usually stressful. This is bound to happen because there’s so much to get done before your departure. Between packing, making an itinerary, and everything in between, traveling requires a lot of work — but it’s well […]
We all look forward to the holiday break because of the gatherings, decorations, warm cookies, and welcome time away from our daily schedules. A nagging question can creep in amid the holiday cheer: “What should I do with all this free time?” Well, you don’t have to worry about that his year. Instead of watching […]
Whoever you are and whatever you do, you need to get away sometimes. When that time comes, setting your online calendar — and your team — up well is key. Whether you’re a small business owner in need of a break or an exhausted account manager, your team has your back. As you prepare for […]
With COVID-19 on the loose — you may be dreaming of a vacation. The days have gotten longer and the air warmer, and that really makes a vacation embedded in your mind. We’ll get there. Most airlines and others are allowing cancellations — so go ahead — plan your vācā. Here is how to pick […]
There seems to be a serious epidemic among entrepreneurs. Whether you’re a rookie or seasoned vet, there’s a mentality that we have to work more than 40 hours per week. There are times when that’s the case. Let’s say that you’re launching a new product or service. You should definitely expect to be putting in […]
Small business owners deserve vacation days. There I said it. It’s essential to take time off no matter what type of work you do, but when you run a business, this can be extremely challenging. When you work for yourself, you can enjoy individual freedoms and flexibility, but you also don’t have anyone around to […]
At some point, even the most passionate and hardworking entrepreneur gets pulled away from their business. Maybe it’s because they’re taking a much-needed vacation. Or they’re traveling for work to attend a conference or meet with some important. Regardless of the reason why you’re out of town, this can be extremely stressful. On one hand, […]
The upcoming vacation that you have set on your Calendar may be the most exciting thing you have planned for the near future. If you’re dreaming of a blissfully relaxing retreat from your everyday life, then you need to find a way to unplug completely. The constant connection to your electronics invites unwelcome work complications […]
Regardless if you and your entire team are considered workaholics, it’s just not possible for anyone to be “on” 24/7. That doesn’t mean that you’re not hard-working, passionate, or motivated. It means that everyone needs to have time away from work. You can become stressed and burned out, which is never good for creativity and […]
We all get burned out — regardless if you’re working for yourself or someone else. But, as Amanda Abella reminds us, this should not be the norm. The problem is that it’s hard to avoid burnout since we work a lot. Americans on average work 34.5 hours per week. Unlike our European counterparts, there isn’t […]
