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.

Shana-Lee Scott | Self-Care Enthusiast

I think it’s important to understand different seasons will bring different life balance. We must be able to adjust as our life adjusts. It does not mean it is impossible, but in some seasons of our lives balance is easier than others, but it is possible. My work life balance has changed over time. It has been very busy, and I must schedule my personal time to ensure I recharge and there are other times when my life is not as busy, so I have more flexibility to have my personal time. Read more>>

Andy Slipher | Independent Marketing Strategist and Fractional Chief Marketing Officer

I’ve been running my own business for over 20 years. My work/life balance has certainly changed during that time. I’m one of those fortunate individuals who gets to get up every morning and do what I love. I look forward to doing my job every day. However, there is a downside that I learned early on — working too much. Too much of anything is not good, and working too much can easily lead to burnout. Read more>>

Danarion and Jasmine Bluitt | Business Owners & Podcasters

Our work-life balance has been a valuable learning experience. Maintaining balance is crucial for us as parents, business owners, and a husband and wife team. Perhaps the most significant lesson we’ve learned is discerning when situations require immediate attention. In essence, we’ve had to master the art of juggling delicate glass balls Read more>>

Eric Brinkley | Professional Photographer and Model

That’s a great question. I’d have to say it comes down sacrifice. I’m still working full time as an electrician and professional photographer part time, I have 4 grandchildren here in Dallas that I love to spend time with also, I also I need my own personal time for prayer and just to find my own balance. First I make my time with God the priority after this is my time for myself, I think those to are the most important (for me) without them it’s easy to lose direction for my life and everyone connected to me. Read more>>