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.

Chasity Jones

Yes, I feel like vacations are necessary. As humans, brain breaks are required to revamp and refresh when needed. “You work hard so you can play harder.” is a quote I live by daily and take literally. Read more>>

Regina Pyles

We absolutely do take vacations. Vacations (or staycations) are a time to rest and recharge, to reconnect, and to get inspired. Sometimes you work so hard you forget what is most important – having people to share in your success and stopping to refuel the inner creative. Read more>>

Devon Klingman

For my husband and I, vacation has always been an important part of our work life. Before we bought a 60-year old garden center business, we worked on commercial cargo ships as officers. Read more>>

Daria Sambey

What’s the point of being a business owner if you aren’t allowing yourself as many freedoms (or more!) than you would get from a 9-5? Of COURSE I take vacations. Read more>>