The hardest part of starting a small business is starting it, maintaining it and continuing the passion during the ups and down of the journey.
When I started A Little Bundle two and half years ago, I was constantly working 24/7 non-stop in the first six months to a year. I was figuring out the Instagram lingo, spreading the word about my small business and continuously perfecting (shaping + changing) my mission. I think I can honestly say I neglected my boyfriend (now husband) and had an imbalance lifestyle of work. Luckily, over time, I've confidently conquered the routine aspect of my small business, but I'm constantly still learning and finding a balance of work life with everything else.
When we found out I was pregnant, it really forced me to become grounded with a slower pace of life. Perhaps it was the extremely nauseous first trimester or the fact that our lives are about to change dramatically with our newest baby addition, but in the last seven months (I can't believe I have two months left!) my pregnancy has put a new perspective in the way I'm operating A Little Bundle and being present when I'm spending time with my friends and family.
I've noticed such a difference in the last few months with these little changes:
- Turn off your notifications. It really makes a huge difference. Instead of constantly checking out the latest comment or like - you're more focused on what you're doing in real time and dedicating a time to explore the social media at another hour.
- Stay Organized. Try to keep your email account organized, and start writing the most urgent things to accomplish in a notebook. Utilize your google calendar and put in reminders to keep up with commitments and deadlines.
- You can't do it all in one day. Just accept it. I know you really want to, but it's impossible! It's also okay to take time off to have lunch, run errands, and get things done for your personal life. The key is, the happier you are, the better work ethic you'll produce!
- Have a shut off time. I use to work all morning, afternoon and evening. Now, I shut off around 6:30pm, and I might revisit a few tasks around 9pm while winding down with TV. Try to give yourself a break to spend time with your partner, kids and friends! You never know, it might inspire you with what you're working on, too.
I can't wait to hear what you've been trying out to find a balance with your lifestyle! Working mom life is hard, but we all juggle it the best way we can.
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