It’s tricky, isn’t it? When you’ve got a regular 9-to-5, clock in/clock out sort of job, there’s always a big hustle to get everything done. There comes a time when you throw your hands up and say, “enough!” and leave it behind until after the holidays. Not a work-thought crosses your mind until you’ve had your fill of pie and afternoon naps.

Is it the same when it’s your company?

I say no.

There’s more skin in the game.

These are YOUR clients we’re talking about.

If you disappoint them, what if they don’t come back? What if you miss a detail that royally screws you in the coming months? What if, what if, what if?

Has this feedback loop started in your brain yet?

Okay, pause. Stop.

Let’s flip it, stick it, and simplify it.

This little exercise will help you manage your work over the holidays so you can get the REST your body, mind and spirit desperately needs to be replenished:

Flip it

It’s time to get it all on paper. Every last bit of stuff you think needs to be done before you break for the holidays, big or small. Once you’ve got your list, flip it to someone you trust who can help you figure out which things desperately need to get done and which can wait.

Stick it

Now that you’ve prioritized what’s urgent and important and everyone agrees what needs to be done before we clock out, you’ve got to stick to the plan.

That means, NO. NEW. IDEAS. UNTIL. 2019!

Simplify it

Phew! It’s nearly time to shut it all down and hibernate like bears for the winter. Simplifying means singular focus, one task at a time. Time block it in your calendar until it’s all done. Simplify means doing your best, but not getting obsessed with perfect.

And just one final whisper, just from me to you, dear friend… come in closer.

Take a break. I’m giving you permission. You need space to breathe. To relax. To reset.

A well-rested, refreshed and recharged you.

Ready to take on the new year with vitality and brilliance.

Give yourself this gift. Make it a week. Hey, why not two weeks, what the heck!

You’ve got big adventures coming up in 2019.

Now is the time to rest.

You can do this, I believe in you.

It’s time to SIMPLIFY.

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