{"id":60036,"date":"2022-04-18T08:00:30","date_gmt":"2022-04-18T15:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/honeybook-v2.site.strattic.io\/?p=60036"},"modified":"2023-02-14T17:39:52","modified_gmt":"2023-02-15T01:39:52","slug":"how-to-take-time-off-as-a-business-owner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hbbadmin.dev.reliablepenguin.com\/blog\/how-to-take-time-off-as-a-business-owner","title":{"rendered":"How to  take time off as a business owner"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Get actionable tips to learn how to (finally!) take time off from your business. Just because you&#8217;re leading your company, it doesn&#8217;t mean you can&#8217;t take breaks like everyone else. Here&#8217;s how to make it happen without feeling like everything is on fire without you. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-60037\" src=\"https:\/\/hbbadmin.reliablepenguin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/img_62696ae090c68.\" alt=\"\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" \/><\/p>\n\n\n<p>Have you ever thought, \u201cI need to take some time off and recharge, but now just isn\u2019t the right time.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Independent business owners, it can often feel like the right time never arrives. \u00a0 As a business owner myself, who is also a mom to two active boys and a wife, I totally understand the need for work-life balance. But I prefer the term work-life blend.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to achieve an optimal work-life blend, I\u2019ve got you covered! I\u2019m going to share with you my tips for taking time off so you can feel confident stepping away from your business to enjoy some well-deserved downtime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plan your time away in advance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I encourage you to sit down with your calendar today and mark down the dates you want to take time off. Keep seasonality, aka your busy time, in mind as well as\u00a0 important dates coming up in your business. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, being away right before or during a significant launch would not be ideal.\u00a0 The benefit of writing down the time you want to take off in advance is that you\u2019ll be more likely to actually follow through. And you really deserve that vacation so mark it down in your calendar.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-container ugb-container ugb-375db68 ugb-container--v2 ugb-container--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-375db68-wrapper.ugb-container__wrapper{padding-top:0 !important;padding-bottom:0 !important}.ugb-375db68-wrapper > .ugb-container__side{padding-top:35px !important;padding-bottom:35px !important}@media screen and (min-width:768px){.ugb-375db68.ugb-container{padding-top:0px !important}}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-container__wrapper ugb-375db68-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-container__side\"><div class=\"ugb-container__content-wrapper ugb-375db68-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-d9f30f7 ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-d9f30f7 > .ugb-inner-block > .ugb-block-content > .ugb-columns__item{grid-template-columns:0.20fr 1.80fr !important}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-d9f30f7-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-8131115 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-8131115-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hbbadmin.reliablepenguin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/1_lightbulb-icon_182946fb75.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18294\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-032b0ff ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-032b0ff-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Pro Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> My goal is to plan for some time off each quarter of the year. Sometimes it\u2019s simply a long weekend and other times it might be a one or two week trip.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Decide if you are going to be unplugged or plugged in<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019m a big fan of unplugging and not checking your email or any work apps while on vacation, but I know that is not always possible for everyone. If you decide to stay a little plugged in, set boundaries for yourself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Arrange a specific time of day and length of time that you\u2019ll allow yourself to do your check-ins and that\u2019s it. Stick to those boundaries and you\u2019ll still enjoy your vacation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Communicating your time off in advance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Communicating with your clients and team members is essential. Let them know about your time off as soon as possible, preferably four to six weeks in advance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to also communicate whether you will be completely unplugged or available from time to time. If you plan to be available, be clear about when those blocks of time will be. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Send an email detailing all of this information so that it\u2019s there in writing for everyone to reference as needed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-container ugb-container ugb-50ec4be ugb-container--v2 ugb-container--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-50ec4be-wrapper.ugb-container__wrapper{padding-top:0 !important;padding-bottom:0 !important}.ugb-50ec4be-wrapper > .ugb-container__side{padding-top:35px !important;padding-bottom:35px !important}@media screen and (min-width:768px){.ugb-50ec4be.ugb-container{padding-top:0px !important}}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-container__wrapper ugb-50ec4be-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-container__side\"><div class=\"ugb-container__content-wrapper ugb-50ec4be-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-columns ugb-columns ugb-3b119a8 ugb-columns--design-plain ugb-columns--columns-2 ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-3b119a8 > .ugb-inner-block > .ugb-block-content > .ugb-columns__item{grid-template-columns:0.20fr 1.80fr !important}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-columns__item ugb-3b119a8-content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-e9f96b4 ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-e9f96b4-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/hbbadmin.reliablepenguin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/1_lightbulb-icon_182946fb75.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18294\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-column ugb-column ugb-49020fa ugb-column--design-plain ugb-main-block\"><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><div class=\"ugb-column__item ugb-49020fa-column-wrapper\"><div class=\"ugb-column__content-wrapper\">\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><b>Pro Tip:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Want to make sure you\u2019re available to be contacted if something urgent comes up? Plan specifically who needs to contact you and how you want to\u00a0 be contacted.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plan and delegate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As your time off approaches, plan your work and projects accordingly. It might not be the best idea to kick off a brand new client or project in the few days leading up to your vacation. Think about any work that can be done ahead of time or delegated to other team members. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The goal is to enjoy your time off and not spend every second thinking about all the things you did not get done.\u00a0 Keep in mind (and be real with yourself) that you most likely will not get everything that you wanted to do before you leave. \u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be sure to schedule anything that can wait until your return and, when possible, delegate it to a team member.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Automate repeatable tasks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the biggest steps you can take to ensure a peaceful break is to use <a href=\"https:\/\/hbbadmin.reliablepenguin.com\/blog\/automated-business-processes\">automated business processes<\/a>. If you&#8217;re constantly worried about things getting done, it won&#8217;t be a worthwhile break. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, take the time to consider everything you can automate. With HoneyBook, for example, you can streamline the entire booking process. If you want to make sure your business is still moving forward without you, just set up an automation that sends as soon as someone inquires through your contact form. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can build custom steps, but I recommend sending a thank you email immediately after an inquiry that includes a <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/hbbadmin.reliablepenguin.com\/blog\/sales-brochure\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"sales brochure\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">sales brochure<\/a> about your business. For instant booking, you can use a <a href=\"https:\/\/hbbadmin.reliablepenguin.com\/blog\/pricing-guide-examples\">pricing guide<\/a> that lets clients select their services, sign a contract, and pay! It all depends on what you want your clients to do when you&#8217;re not around to take consultation calls or answer emails immediately. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your vacation is calling, but first follow this check-list:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Send a quick reminder to your clients or team members two weeks before your scheduled time off.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Schedule sync meetings with anyone important to your business&nbsp; before you leave so everyone is on the same page.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Draft and schedule your email responder for the days you will be away.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn on your automated workflows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn off all notifications on your phone.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t forget to include when you\u2019ll be back and who someone can contact if they need immediate assistance in all of your communications.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, the goal for your time off is to rest and recharge. You did the prep work ahead of time to enjoy your time off and not feel guilty about it.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When you return from vacation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When possible, try to schedule one buffer day when you return so that you\u2019re not diving straight into work calls and meetings on your first day back from vacation. This extra day will give you the space you need to settle back into your routines and take care of important life chores like unpacking, laundry, and grocery shopping. You\u2019ll also be more productive back at work if you\u2019ve given yourself the time to get all other tasks out of the way.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spend thirty to forty-five minutes going through your email and adding any to-dos to your favorite task manager like<a href=\"https:\/\/hbbadmin.reliablepenguin.com\/invites?code=hbforrts&amp;utm_source=ebook&amp;utm_medium=content&amp;utm_campaign=monthlyguide_april2022\"> HoneyBook<\/a>. You will be ahead and alleviate overwhelming feelings.\u00a0 Taking time off as a business owner is vital to loving your business and not feeling burnt out. Make this a non-negotiable even if it\u2019s just one time a year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can slowly build on that and take more time off. I also want to encourage you not to feel guilty about taking time off. You work hard and you deserve some space to recharge so that you can bring that positive energy back into your business. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of us started our businesses for freedom and flexibility. Revisit your reason for starting your business so that it can recenter you and light a spark within you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get actionable tips to learn how to (finally!) take time off from your business. Just because you&#8217;re leading your company, it doesn&#8217;t mean you can&#8217;t take breaks like everyone else. 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