I remember when we started our online marketing business. It was our dream to be able to work from the comfort of home, and have the time to be together.

We became so immersed in getting through the ‘overwhelm’ and work, that days came and went without notice. Our previous life seemed to fade into the background. After a few months or so we couldn’t believe we had robbed ourselves of so much interaction with friends and family.

We have discovered that this is a common occurance for most home business people like us. There are too many of us online entrepreneurs driven by the desire to succeed in our chosen online marketing businesses, that we forget to stop and smell the roses along the way. I guess many believe we are not justified in taking time away from the busness at hand, untl we have the success we want.

When tucked snuggly in the office it is too easy to forget about the rest of the world. The thinking, that when I just master this or that, finish one more this and that, then I’ll join the family, then I’ll take that walk. It is insane ………. for people who have chosen to work at home online, not to enjoy the greatest benefit which is ‘Time’. Time for the pleasures of life.

Why do we do this? We miss the point of why we decided to build an  online marketeing business in the first place. We dreamed of self employment and being able to work at home, and the lifestyle that we’re pursuing. Good business management requires looking after number one …… You!

There are five vital reasons you should take a break every few hours:

1.   You need physical down time. Trying to be super-human sitting on your backside all day is a sure way to burn out. Get out of the office ….. take the kids and the dog for a walk

2.  You need mental down-time. Get out and play, your mind will thank you. Your days are filled with busy, sometimes even hectic, day to day activities related to your business. Getting away from that for a while will ensure peace of mind.

3.  Spend real time with loved ones. You’re at home now, and your family and friends see you working, working, working, they’d appreciate some quality time together

4.  Go see the world. Or just your own back yard!

5.  Do something you enjoy. Make your office “off limits” by closing the door and placing a sign on it. Do whatever it takes to keep your mind off working. Think of what you can do within your budget that’s fun. Read a great book or do nothing at all!

You have an incredible life. It is surprising how many business owners don’t feel they deserve time off. There is always too much to do and not enough hours in the day to get it all done. Guess what … it’s always going to feel that way! Only you have the power to allow yourself time off.

Even if you take a day here and day there away from your online marketing business, instead of a whole week or longer each year, that’s a whole lot better than never taking time off. You’ll feel better about yourself and your work  if you take regular time for yourself. You’ll be healthier, too!

Enjoy your time freedom,

Heather

John and Heather Wass

Internet Marketing Success Coaching

61 [0] 403 340 034 GMT + 8

http://BusinessPartneringTeam.com


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