What’s the right balance between work and non-work time?  The traditional 9-5 has slowly disappeared with the emails and zoom and texting going far beyond traditional business hours.  We asked members of our community to share with us how they think about work-life balance.

Nozipho Sibanda | Atlanta Realtor and Life Coach

Since deciding to start a business I have realized that work life balance is like a wave and an evolving process. Not every important aspect of my life and business gets equal time. There are some seasons when I can push further in my work while other parts remain steady or slow down. This is part of the reason I wanted to start what I consider a lifestyle business. I’m a wife and mom, multi-passionate, and enjoy being a part of things that are meaningful. All these aspects of my life take time, energy, effort, and intentionality; which is why I value a fluid work life balance that allows me to deeply experience all the important things in life. Read more>>

Kasandra Price | Filmaker, Actress & Author

In the whirlwind of modern life, mastering the elusive art of work-life balance can be a daunting task. This challenge is particularly pronounced for me, as I juggle the roles of an Engineer, Filmmaker, Actress, Author, and All-Around Creative—each demanding its share of attention, time, and creativity. The clock relentlessly ticks, and 24 hours in a day seem to vanish into thin air. As a multifaceted individual, I’ve embarked on a journey to strike that delicate equilibrium where my professional career coexists harmoniously with my creative passions. Read more>>

Kei Ware | Conscious Living Coach

Now I have a great handle on my work-life balance but it wasn’t always like that. I remember trying to juggle school, being a mom, working full time, a relationship, friendships, personal time, and all the many roles and I was STRUGGLING! It always felt like I was behind no matter what I actually got done. It wasn’t until I started focusing on my core values and putting my energy into making sure my actions aligned with what actually mattered to me did I feel balance. Oh yeah! And balance isn’t necessarily about putting an equal amount of time and energy into each thing but it’s about putting the right amount of time into each task that actually matters. Read more>>