24 hours in a day, 168 hours in a week. Junior investment bankers regularly work 80-90 hours a week. Many other high profile professions require the same level of commitment. Often those on the outside claim that working 80-90 hours a week is bad/wrong/terrible/silly/etc but we’ve spoken with so many folks who say working that much has been the best decision of their life – it allowed them to develop a deep and strong skill set far faster than would have been possible otherwise. In other words, by working 2x the hours, they were able to generate 5x or more the rewards. And depending on where you are in your career, investing heavily in your skills and competence can pay dividends for a long time.

Zoe Daniel | Owner Wormwood and Honey Pottery

What balance? No just kidding. This is maybe the most difficult thing I’ve dealt with as a small business owner. I think early on I had this idea that I had to work overtime to make it work, and honestly that was probably true, but learning when to back off the gas was tough. Read more>>

Justine Feitelson | Pain Coach & Movement Professional

I think balance itself if a bit of an illusion. We’re always trying to find our way back to homeostasis. To me, you cannot accomplish something without putting the time in and not doing some of the things others are doing. This does not mean I’m sacrificing or doing things I don’t want to. Read more>>

Christy Cross | Trade School, SVP, Head of Growth

I’ve found that my work-life balance has evolved significantly over time. In the earlier stages of my career, I was fully immersed in building my professional foundation, often prioritizing work over personal time. However, as I gained experience and perspective, I realized the importance of achieving a healthier balance. Read more>>

Cassidy Reeser | Registered Dietitian & Content Creator

There are a few reasons that I started my business, but one of the most appealing parts of owning a business is setting my own schedule. Even though I’ve been running Cozy Peach Kitchen for almost seven years now, I still have to remind myself almost every week that I am the one setting my deadlines and that means I can be flexible with work-life balance. Read more>>