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.
Devin Lee
The ability to take vacations whenever and wherever I want is a major factor in how I structure my business. My need to travel? My work must be fully remote. My need to travel to different time zones? My work requires fewer client meetings. And sometimes, I need my business to run while I am off the clock completely. Read more>>
Natalie Goessmann Price
Yes, Pulling yourself away from the business is a must to refresh your brain, gain new perspective, and most of all take care of your mental health. I believe everyone needs a vacation to take some time to reset. Life is not just about money. Our company values work-life balance. Read more>>
Kasia Randall
Over the last few years, I’ve learned to set aside time from my business to prioritize my marriage and allow myself to get away and recharge. Running my business on the daily is what I love to do and I feel fortunate to have a career that I enjoy. I wake up each morning eager to create and press forward in growing my jewelry business, but I have found that when I set aside a few days to relax, I come back with a fresh perspective. It has been my goal to make sure that I am running my business and that my business isn’t running my life. Read more>>
Roxanne Brooks
“If you don’t make time for your wellness, you will be forced to take time for your illness.” – Joyce Sunada I read this quote often because I know this to be true, I’ve experienced it and so has my husband- that burnout phase is real and when you’re forced to take a break, it takes twice as long to recover. One of the biggest challenge for many starting out is how to change your mindset from being an employee to being the CEO. Read more>>
Friederike Ablang
Oh yes, I do take vacations! Starting a business often means to have very little money and time, because one is constantly working to acquire projects or to work on the ones one already has. This often means that you don’t allow yourself a vacation, that you think you have to use every free minute to work and can’t take a break in order not to miss anything or to get everything done, to be ready for customers at all times. Read more>>
Wanda La Russa
REST & RELAXATION IS ESSENTIAL! I take vacations on a regular basis and recently took a well-deserved vacation to the Bahamas. My days and nights were filled with rest, relaxation, and a lot of beach time. People who take vacations have lower stress, less risk of heart disease, a better outlook on life, and more motivation to achieve goals. Remember that life is a gift. You’re not meant to just work for the rest of your life. Read more>>
Corrina La’Shay
Do I take vacations? That is not even a question. All the time. I’m a Flight Attendant so I travel for work but on my off days, you can catch me on a flight as well. I love any place with a beautiful beach and great restaurants. I love exploring new states and countries. It’s nice to step away from work and relax in a new environment. I recommend all entrepreneurs to take vacations. Doesn’t matter if it’s just a overnight road trip or 3 nights in Cancun, just go somewhere. Read more>>