Often a lot of entrepreneurs get so involved in their startup, that they forget about their personal lives, their well-being and their health. We hustlers get so engrossed in adding new features and getting new version rolled-out that we forget that original version of ourselves need to be preserved as well. Today we will talk about how entrepreneurs should ensure work-life balance in their lives.
Having a non-work group:
We often get so engrossed in work that we lose out on our relationships outside of work. The result? Whenever we meet, all we end up chatting about is startups, fundraising, other startups, their successes and failures. You need your exclusive group which is not judging you on your startup or giving random advices all the time; the group that lets you be and you can chat on all other not-work topics.
Taking a break:
Plan at least one vacation per quarter (at least 3-4 days). Go and unwind at a new place. Pamper yourself and give a break. Too much stress will just end up driving you crazy. A small yet effective vacation can reenergize you like never before.
Don’t give up on your personal life:
Your family and friends are the ones that help you stand these tough entrepreneurial times. What’s the fun in doing some secret project only to lose connections with your loved ones? Plan to meet them, plan a weekend visit or calls whenever you can.
Brush up your hobbies:
Hobbies can give you some good lone-time. Whatever it is that you like, remember to make some time for them. A hobby can do the same what a beach does – unwind you and relieve you of any unnecessary stress. Enjoy the me-time.
Fitness Routine – In the race of startup tasks, we lose out on our fitness routines. Make time for gym, walking, running and good healthy meals. You surely don’t want to fall sick on the day of your investor presentation right?
With that note, we have reached the end of today’s article. Here’s hoping to a wonderful work-life balance to all you fellow entrepreneurs! Cheers!
For any queries, feel free to write to me on Rajeev@TBSPlanet.com
Rajeev Tamhankar
Twitter@rajeevtamhankar
The writer is the founder of TBS Planet Comics. He is ex-Flipkart, Xiaomi employee, and IIT-R Silver medalist.