Key Takeaways
The Lowdown
Prioritize what matters, shifting focus from tasks to life goals. Build a business that supports your version of success.
How can setting clear boundaries improve my life work balance as a home services pro?
Setting clear start and end times for communicating with clients prevents work from bleeding into personal time, reducing stress and avoiding burnout.
What role does automation play in achieving a better life work balance?
Using CRM and scheduling software to handle appointments, invoicing, and reminders saves hours of manual labor and reduces the likelihood of human error, allowing for a more balanced schedule.
How can delegating tasks enhance my life work balance?
Hiring additional staff or virtual assistants to manage routine tasks frees up time, enabling you to focus on growth strategies and maintain a healthier work-life balance.
Why is it important to prioritize health for a better life work balance?
Scheduling mandatory downtime and breaks throughout the work week increases long-term productivity, improves mental clarity, and helps maintain health, which is essential for residential service providers.
Outline
Introduction – Life Work Balance Means Success
We’ve all felt the pull of a thousand tiny tasks, haven’t we? It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day grind, especially in the demands of the residential trade service industries. But what if there’s a way to simplify your workload and, at the same time, enrich your life? Let’s explore how you can strike a healthy life work balance while building a thriving business.
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Defining Priorities IN Your Home Services Business
The late, brilliant writer Stephen R. Covey stated, “It’s incredibly easy to get caught up in the thick of thin things.” As service contractors we all struggle to find life work balance. And this is true in all areas of life- we ALL get ‘bogged down’ in trivial matters, negative emotions and all too often, toxic and/or abusive relationships.😢
But this is a business website focused on helping companies that provide residential services. So with great trepidation I’m gonna say…
That the actual ‘work’ you do in client’s homes is the “thin thing” of your contractor business. (And life!) I’ve commented before about all your business toys… err I mean business tools, trucks, equipment, etc. You (and I) LOVE these playthings! And yet…
All of this tangible stuff means almost nothing to your success.😲 Instead, consistently “Making the Cheerleader” is what will make your phone ring! Speaking of the joyful sound of a ringing phone…
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Defining Work Life Balance For YOU
“Is my phone constantly ringing ‘all there is’?” My answer? A resounding “NO”! Listen closely here: “The purpose of your service business is to serve your life!” (Which is what I assume you and your loved ones want!) However…
A degree of financial wealth (MONEY!) will be needed to accomplish almost all of your “wants” and thus proper life work balance. As I tell every one of my classes: “Money is just a tool. But MORE money is much better than NO money!”💲💲
NOTE: In over 20 years and over 6,000 residential service students I’ve NEVER had anyone argue with the above statement!
So instead of just ‘making a good living’ (with all the ‘fun toys’!) from your home services business I’ll leave you a question to reflect on…
“HOW can I increase my PERSONAL savings and investments by my small business serving ME?”💖 Now that is life work balance! 😊
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Summary – Life-Work Balance Is A Process
Remember, your business is a tool to serve your life. It’s about more than just making a living; it’s about creating a life you love. By focusing on building a sustainable business that supports your personal goals, you can achieve a true work-life balance. So, let’s reframe the question: How can your business empower you? By asking this, you’re taking a significant step toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.