I Cannot Stop....
Tuesday, February 7, 2006
being a workaholic.
I thought that once I started working for myself that I would be much better at this "not being married" to work thing but in fact, it's even worse. I know that the first year of going solo is always a struggle and a constant reshuffling of how things used to be. At the same time, I really need to learn how to chill out.
Yesterday, I received a phone call from a fellow business owner and he told me that I need to re-think my battle plan. I have a tendency to want to go above and beyond my call of duty. He pointed out that I could not be all things to all people and I needed to start picking and choosing what I wanted to do.
Very frank words but I believe he's right. I guess I will have to just keep on figuring this thing as the year pans out.
Comments (6)
take it from another workaholic.... it IS more work to work for yourself... everything feels like it's on the line....
keep checking in with yourself and make sure you take some time off for yourself too!!
best of luck!
Wow, Karen, I had no idea you are on your own now. When did this happen? Good stuff!
Agree with lisa s., working for yourself is definitely more work. Take it from a lazy butt... ;) Also agree with the comment about going above and beyond. It's okay to tentalize a potential customer by going a little above and beyond. Go too far and you've automatically devalued your services... Good luck! I know you'll do well.
Thanks for all the words of encouragement, guys!
Hi Karen:
thanks for your visit to my blog. I wish you all the best in your business venture!
cheers.
i had no idea you started off on your own! good on ya!
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