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.

Ranganathan M S

I am a wildlife photographer but also a finance professional who works for a Bank. I have been lucky enough to discover my passion for wildlife photography and have had a very supportive professional set-up at work, wherein i am able to balance both work and my passion. Read more>>

Jim Kappel

Honestly, I feel so fortunate to be able to do what I do and make money doing it, I haven’t taken a proper vacation in years. Read more>>

Laura Mickler

I don’t just take vacations, I prioritize vacations because travel feeds my soul. The key to taking a vacation is to schedule it and stick to it! Don’t be shy about telling customers you are going to be out of the office–they value their time off too. Read more>>

Tara Nurin

In April 2022, I took my first non-working vacation in 12 years. Sure, I’d been on vacation. But my version of vacation had always involved staying wired to my wireless devices and working constantly — poolside in Puerto Rico or the back of a rickety bus in Brazil. Read more>>

Mark and Reauna Lopez

For us, vacations are a necessity — they allow for a recharge and reset, which often brings us home feeling motivated and energized to tackle our work projects. Read more>>

Janelle Awe

I’ve always loved traveling and I’ve tried hard to incorporate it into my business. The benefits of being a self employed photographer is that you can take your work with you anywhere. Read more>>