Oh, wait! I need to check on Mom and Dad! How are they?  

 

As we grind through our busy schedules, we’re hit with inner jolts like that. I love my parents. I want them happy and well. I’m also super busy with work, but I want to keep my priorities in order. And my parents are a priority for me.  

 

Maybe it’s your kids, spouse, parents, girlfriend, or boyfriend. You have your top priority people, and you must make an effort to carve out time for them because you’re running on a treadmill that is cranked dangerously high. 

 

As business owners, we’re not just responsible for our treadmill — we’re in charge of the whole gym! We’ve got employees to manage, clients to satisfy, and a never-ending to-do list that could make even the most organized person’s head spin. 

 

Burnout: Why it Happens and How to Reduce It 

 

It’s easy to get caught up in the daily grind and let those top-priority relationships slip to the back burner.  

 

I’m thinking of all the “back to business” tasks ahead this month. Vacations are over, and the daily grind speeds up. So, how do we find balance? How do we ensure we’re giving our all to our businesses while nurturing the relationships that sustain us? Here are a few tips: 

 

• Schedule It In: Just like you’d block off time for an important meeting or project, block off time for your top priority people. Put it on your calendar, set reminders, and treat it as non-negotiable. Make it a recurring appointment, whether it’s a weekly date night with your spouse, a monthly lunch with your parents, or daily playtime with your kids.

 

• Be Fully Present: Be all there when you’re with your top priority people. Put away your phone, close your laptop, and give them your undivided attention. Resist the urge to check emails or take “just one quick call.” Show them that they have your complete focus and presence.

 

Here Are 10 Ways You can get Your Life Back 

 

 

• Communicate Your Needs: Let your loved ones know what’s on your plate and what your work demands are. Be honest about when you need to focus and when you’ll be available. On the flip side, ask them what they need from you. Open communication can prevent many hurt feelings and misunderstandings.

 

• Delegate and Automate: Look for ways to take tasks off your plate so you can free up more time for your top priorities. Can you delegate specific responsibilities to your team? Automate repetitive tasks? Outsource things that someone else could handle? The more you streamline your work, the more bandwidth you’ll have for what matters most.

 

•  Set Boundaries: Just as you set boundaries with your work (like no emails after 7 p.m. or no work on weekends), set boundaries with your personal life, too. Let your team know when you’re unavailable because you’re dedicating time to your family or friends. And stick to those boundaries as much as possible.

 

I understand the juggling act of running a business while trying to maintain a fulfilling personal life. It’s why I’m so passionate about providing top-notch virtual employees (VEs) who can take some of the load off your plate. 

 

Our VEs can handle many tasks, from administrative work to customer service, marketing, and more. They’re skilled, reliable, and ready to support your business so you can focus on what matters most. 

 

“Anne is an amazing coworker,” said one client about their HireSmart VE. ”When she started working with me, she was able to pick up where I needed assistance and was able to grasp everything right away. Within her first month, she was able to help not only me, but our team to catch up on a backlog of work. Whatever kind of project is given to her, she completes it ahead of time and with such ease.” 

 

Tasks That You Can Delegate to a Virtual Employee 

 

Partnering with HireSmart is incredibly affordable. It’s a small investment that can yield big returns on your quality of life and relationships. 

 

We’d love to chat if you’re ready to find a better balance and prioritize what matters most. Click here to schedule a consultation and learn more about how a HireSmart VE can support you and your business. 

 

Got to go call Mom and Dad. 

 

Cheers! 

   

Anne + The HireSmart Team 

  

Co-Founder – HireSmart Companies 

Direct: 678-389-9929 

  

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www.HireSmartVirtualEmployees.com 

  

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