As a business owner it’s easy to feel like your work is never done – because no matter how much you do, there is always more that could theoretically be done. Many business owners we’ve spoken with also feel that they have a responsibility to be available to their team and that if they step away they are putting an undue burden on their team. So, we wanted to hear from a broad range of business owners on whether they take vacations and we’ve shared some of their responses below.

Jes Drew

At the moment, I have two jobs: my day job and my creative writing business. I definitely take vacations from my day job. However, for me, my creative writing business IS my vacation. Every weekday, I write on my lunch break and in the evening. Every Saturday, I write from sunup to midnight. Read more>>

Jamar Cleary

Being a concert and travel photographer. When I take a break from being a concert photographer, I end up going on vacation and become a travel photographer lol. So I guess the answer is a no. I love experiencing new things and when I see a potential nice photo. I have an itch I have to scratch and take that photo. Read more>>

Kelli McAbee

Heck Yes! I am a one woman show over here. I’d love to be able to expand someday in the near future where I have a team of people helping me grow this business, but right now it relies solely on myself and with that comes a lot of really long days. countless hours spent on designing, prototyping, marketing, managing, etc. It’s rewarding but can also be as equally draining. Read more>>

Whitney Houseman

Any chance I get! My husband and I have three young children, ages 2, 4, and 6. If there is anything I have learned from this job of mine, it’s that babies grow into little grown ups in the blink of an eye. I know my kiddos won’t always want to spend time with Mom and Dad. We have to take advantage of this season of life before it morphs into the next one. Read more>>

Larry Chang

Taking vacations is absolutely necessary for me as it provides nutrition and opportunities that allow me not only to reflect on thoughts and to recharge our energy but also to be inspired. So that when I come back to work, I can have a much better mind space and performance to my craft. Read more>>

Andrea Brewington

Vacations are my ultimate passion and an essential part of my well-being. They provide a much-needed escape from the daily grind and give me the chance to recharge my batteries and reconnect with my loved ones. For me, it’s not just about the destination, but the experience, the adventure, and the memories that come with it. Read more>>