August: the month of out-of-office replies, beach breaks, and the ever-present juggle of work and real life.
For small business owners, holidays often mean working odd hours, checking emails poolside, or wrestling with guilt for taking time off at all.
But what if you could prepare your business to breathe a little without you?
Here are three quick ways to make August more relaxing:
Automate the little things
Use scheduling tools for your social media, newsletters, or even client reminders. One hour of preparation = peace of mind for a week.
Delegate the faff
Admin, inbox sorting, CRM updates – you don’t have to do it all. A Virtual Assistant can keep the wheels turning while you recharge.
Set realistic expectations
Let your clients know your availability and stick to it. Most people understand – it’s August for them too.
Remember: a rested you is a better business owner.
If you’re finding it hard to switch off this summer, let’s chat about how I can help – whether it’s now, or before the next break or school holiday.