Our community is filled with hard-working, high achieving entrepreneurs and creatives and so work-life balance is a complicated, but highly relevant topic. We’ve shared some responses from the community about work life balance and how their views have evolved over time below.

Valerie Rodriguez | Director, People Experience & Creative

I used to struggle with finding work/life balance. I am such an “all or nothing” person that sometimes it gets the best of me. My work life balance has changed because now I intentionally manage my time and carve out time for all of the projects and tasks I need to complete. It certainly took much practice and effort, but I finally found a sweet spot that works for me. Read more>>

Shassity Stevenson | Skye Salons Owner/Luxury Extentionist

As a young entrepreneur, I knew that in order to succeed I HAD to be committed to the hustle. I knew that the number of clients I serviced directly correlated with the kind of life I could provide for myself. There was no steady paycheck or hourly wage that guaranteed a certain amount every to weeks. Read more>>

Veatra Beauty | Hair & Makeup Artist, Women Veterans Nonprofit Founder

When I first entered into the industry I was already a “work-aholic” coming from the military. I poured myself into work, I looked up and had not taken a Saturday off in four years. I was frustrated with where I was and experienced “burn out” like many beauty professionals. I prioritize my mental health now, I only work weekends for larger projects that are making an impact in peoples lives. I spend as much time with my family as possible. Read more>>

Krystal Fannin | Pelvic Health Physical Therapist & Yoga Instructor

One of the reasons that I work in a cash-based physical therapy setting is to achieve a sense of balance between work life and home/social life. For those who do not know, as a physical therapist working in a high volume, in-network, insurance based clinic, it can be extremely draining on the therapist mentally, physically, and emotionally. Read more>>