While boss life allows the benefits of personal freedom, deciding when and how to take a vacation from your business can be challenging. In this episode, Dana Kaye of Kaye Publicity, Inc. shares how she learned to balance responsibility and freedom, what she does to set up her team for success, and why vacations are essential if you want your personal and business life to thrive. Dana and Emily talk about the ways they’ve learned to overcome stress when it comes to stepping away from work and how they find empowerment from taking the space that’s required to recharge.
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07/06/21 • 64 min
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Welcome to Almanac - #262 - Taking Time Off as a Business Owner with Dana Kaye
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In episode #262 of the "Being Boss" podcast, hosts Emily Thompson and Dana Kaye delve into the significance of taking time off as a business owner. They emphasize the importance of understanding one's own needs and not feeling guilty about prioritizing personal well-being. The conversation covers different types of vacations, from completely unplugging to work-focused getaways, highlighting the rejuvenating benefits of disconnecting from work. The hosts stress the value of incorporating travel and vacations into daily life and provide practical tips, such as setting boundaries, communicating with clients and team members, and using tools like FreshBooks for small business owners. They also discuss the challenges, fears, and insecurities entrepreneurs often face when taking time off and share their personal journeys to finding peace in this aspect of their lives. This episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for taking time off and nurturing a fulfilling life as a business owner or creative.
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Almost every boss I know chooses the path of business ownership and entrepreneurship because they want more freedom, more agency and control over their time to live and work however they please. We want flexibility in the ability to travel, to take time off, to spend with our families and to make money while doing it all. But you have to get there. And the road to that freedom is often wrought with fear and guilt and insecurity, which usuall
#262 - Taking Time Off as a Business Owner with Dana Kaye Top Questions Answered
How can I balance work and personal time as a business owner?
One approach is to put vacation and personal time on your calendar and treat them as important commitments. Effective communication with clients, customers, and team members is also crucial for successful time off.
How can I effectively communicate with clients and team members when taking time off?
Clearly communicate your time off in advance, use auto-responders for emails, and provide tools to your team and clients so they can handle tasks in your absence. Effective communication and teaching your team members how to handle tasks ensure a smooth workflow when you're on vacation.
What are some strategies for incorporating travel and vacations into work life?
Plan vacations during slower business periods, align business and personal plans at the beginning of the year, and prioritize time off as your responsibilities change. Some people prefer shorter, more frequent breaks, while others prefer longer chunks of vacation time.
How can I overcome guilt about taking time off as a business owner?
Recognize that taking time off is essential for rest, rejuvenation, and creative thinking. Communicate with your team and clients about your time off, and understand that your role as a leader encompasses tasks that are not always visible. Prioritizing self-care and avoiding guilt are important.
What are some benefits of taking time off as a business owner?
Taking time off allows you to identify gaps in your systems, think creatively, and come up with new ideas. It also promotes physical and mental health, as well as the health of your business.
How can I detach from my inbox and operate my business without being tied to it 24/7?
Start by taking a long weekend off and gradually increase the duration of your time off. Putting up an autoresponder, even for just one day, can give you a break from emails. Giving your clients the power to fix things for themselves reduces the need for constant monitoring.
What types of vacations can I consider as a business owner?
You can choose between unplugged vacations where you completely disconnect from work, or working vacations where you focus on specific work-related tasks outside of your regular routine. Completely unplugging during vacations allows for quicker rejuvenation, while incorporating some work during longer vacations can be acceptable.
How can I prioritize and make time for experiences I will remember and cherish?
Recognize the importance of experiences and prioritize them in your schedule. Break habits and routines during vacations to fully switch into "vacation mode."
How can I find peace in taking time off as a business owner?
Understand that fear, guilt, and insecurity are common feelings on the road to freedom as a business owner. Embrace the mindset of taking time off, communicate effectively, and focus on what matters most.
How can I maintain a healthy work-life balance as a business owner?
Prioritize time over money when necessary, set boundaries for work-related activities, and align your business and personal plans. Adapt and prioritize time off as your responsibilities change.
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