Balancing career growth and family time is crucial. How can you achieve both effectively?

Balancing career and family reminds me of packing a bento box lunch for my kids. Each section has its own size and clear dividers to separate the items. Similarly, in life, we fit in different priorities like family, career, hobbies, and relationships, but those clear dividers—boundaries—are key. I've learned that being intentional and present in each area allows me to thrive without getting overwhelmed, rather than multitasking and eventually burning out.

Balancing your career growth with family time is like being a tightrope walker. Your priorities are the pole that keeps you steady; by understanding what truly matters, you can lean one way or the other when needed.

This is a very relevant topic in the Knowledge Age, VUCA-G world, we are being challenged to the extreme and the search for efficiency and productivity is brutal. There is no way around it, you need to be focused and know how to manage your time efficiently, make the necessary deliveries at work and for that you have to be mentally well, so this balance with family and physical exercise are essentials. The purpose, "Mens sana in corpore sano".

Start by defining your career goals and aligning them with your family values. Establish a schedule that dedicates quality time to both work and family, and stick to it. Learn to delegate tasks at work and home to free up more time. Embrace flexibility by utilizing remote work options or adjusting hours when possible. Make the most of your time by being fully present in each moment—focus on work during work hours and engage with your family when at home. Communication and support from your family are key to achieving this balance effectively.

A empresa sempre vai pensar o que é melhor para ela e você, profissional, deve sempre pensar o que é melhor para você. No mundo ideal encontra um equilíbrio entre ótimas entregas e tempo para alimentar outras áreas da vida além do trabalho.

Here are some unconventional tips to regain a life outside of work: Block time in your calendar for tasks rather than working off a to-do list. Ensure you schedule enough time to finish the task in one attempt. Schedule time for family, friends, leisure and domestic duties BEFORE work tasks. These blocks of time are sacrosanct. Only break into them in an emergency. "To-do lists" make you feel like you're always behind and fighting a losing battle. Once scheduled tasks are completed, create a "done list" at the end of each day. You'll feel more positive about your work! Finish your day with a 5-minute Closure Ritual. Review and plan, close your laptop, and stay off email. Stop work thoughts from leaking into your evenings and weekends!

There is no simple way to balance family time and work. In my opinion, the best way is to try to "make time" with the following tips: 1) Work smarter and more efficiently so that you complete your tasks within/ahead of schedule 2) Block your calendar ahead of time for any urgent/non-negotiable work or personal activities 3) Think 15-30 minute intervals instead of hours when planning your day 4) If required, you may need to compromise your sleeping time with work or with handling family matters 5) Try not to procrasinate 6) Play to your strength, and if possible, try to delegate work as appropriate.

Aprender a establecer bloques de tiempo para optimizar tus recursos y poder ser el máximo de eficiente posible. Establecer una lista de tareas con distinción entre esas tareas urgentes, prioritarias, no importantes....

Life is a series of ebbs and flows. Sometimes you need to give more time to career and other times to family. To align to this pattern, be clear on what is important to you - what really matters - the things you won't compromise on i.e. being at your child's football match, health issues etc. Understand you cannot be everywhere nor can you get to everything - that's ok . Saying no is not easy - we all want to be liked but you need to be clear about what is important to you & what success looks like for you. Within work, be clear about what must be done in order to perform - those are a given - beyond that look at business impact and what most interests you to prioritise. Be clear on your diary and clearly block times for work/family, etc.

Para ter um bom gereciamento do temo, precisamos ir além de agenda, bloco de notas, aplicativos e listas infinitas. Para definir o que é prioridade, preciso ter autoconhecimento. Aceita que doí menos, sem ele absolutamente nada vai funcionar para gerenciar melhor o seu tempo.

why boundaries. as working mothers, we have a double shift with our kids not so much in the tasks of both roles but more importantly in our mental capacity. the double shift is the sense of responsibility we can have or at least I had was a sense of guilt around letting everyone down and doing either job well. in actual fact I was doing both jobs to a pretty good level when I look back but at the time the societal messages and under-current was that it was not possible to do both well. the boundary is to only care about what you think and need to do in work and for your family. the extra energy you get form caring less about what others think can then be put into your work and your kids/family life.

Set your automatic OOO at the end of each day so that people understand you will pick up your email at the beginning of the next working day. Create Microsoft Scheduling Polls for your team or use one of the many scheduling Apps available so that meetings always take place at convenient times for everyone.

Setting boundaries is like the safety net beneath you, ensuring that work doesn’t spill over into family time and vice versa. Seeking support is having a team below, ready to catch you if you falter, while flexibility lets you adjust your balance as the rope sways. Remember, maintaining your well-being is the strength in your legs—without it, the entire act becomes wobbly.

Boundaries are the first thing I recommend. It is impossible to have it "all" without them. In fact, it's a sure fire way to tying yourself in knots and burning out quickly. So decide what are your boundaries - the ones you'll protect to ensure you give your best whatever hat you're wearing. This could be: - Exercise x times a week - No work after x o'clock - No phone distractions when working Remember to balance these across work, home and mainly yourself. And when doing anything how can you give your best, your focus, your all to any one of them. When you have the boundaries, communicate them. There's no point having them and not telling anyone. That'll lead to confusion and frustration. And don't be afraid to enforce them.

Saber decir que no para de esta forma respetar y priorizar tu tiempo. Y de esta forma poder disponer de tiempo de calidad en cada momento.

Más que buscar apoyo (que es escencial) creo que un elemento clave es tener aliados tanto en la vida personal-familiar como en la laboral. Tener una pareja que está interesad@ en tu crecimiento profesional y que apoya tus ambiciones profesionales, es clave. Igual que jefes y compa?eros que conocen tu realidad familiar y su complejidad. No esconder los retos laborales a la familia; así como (un error aún más común) no esconder la complejidad y retos familiares a los compa?eros de oficina, es clave. Para tener apoyo y empatía de quienes nos rodean debemos ser honestos sobre nuestra realidad y su complejidad.

Seeking support is key to successfully balancing career growth with family time. In the workplace, communicate openly with your manager about your needs and seek flexible working arrangements that accommodate your family commitments. Utilize available resources such as mentoring programs or professional networks to enhance your career development efficiently. At home, share responsibilities with your partner or family members, and don't hesitate to enlist help from friends or professional services when needed. Building a supportive network both professionally and personally enables you to manage both aspects of your life more effectively.

Remember you are human and so you cannot do everything. Balancing workload across family, career and friends is something we all do - at certain times of life this can be more challenging so its ok to need help. If you have access to a coach/mentor tap into their expertise and get help to manage priorities.

Don’t be afraid to ask for help. This could be from your partner, family, friends, or even hiring help like a nanny or a virtual assistant. In the workplace, delegate tasks when possible and lean on your team to share the load.

Don’t be afraid to seek support from your employer, family, or friends. Discuss flexible working arrangements with your boss, or delegate tasks at home. Building a strong support network allows you to share responsibilities, making it easier to manage both career and family obligations effectively.

This may seem a little too radical for some, but consider halving your standard meeting times. Often, we schedule meetings for an hour or half an hour out of habit. Then, the agenda grows when you're in the meeting to fill the allocated time slot! Also, consider having the meeting while standing. This isn't going to work for everyone, but you could save hours over the working week.

Flexibility is key to achieving balance. Life is unpredictable, and being adaptable allows you to respond to changes in both your work and family life. Whether it’s adjusting your work hours or re-prioritising tasks, embracing flexibility helps you maintain balance and reduces stress when unexpected situations arise.

Flexibility is key to maintaining balance. Be open to adjusting your schedule when necessary, whether it’s working from home when your child is sick or shifting your work hours to accommodate family events.

Remember being your best self is about ensuring you are ok. You have to value yourself enough to say no, and have time for whats important to you. Having good work relationships is critical in growing yourself - a manager you can connect with, a coach/mentor - understand the culture or the org you work in - it will help you frame the conversation. Check out if your organisation has ERG(employee resource groups) as they may have support available. Remember success is a personal concept and it changes over your life - there are times when you want to progress/get promoted and times when you need to put family first - find the balance for you - it may be different for someone else & may be different depending on yr life-stage and age

Personal wellbeing is dependent on balanced career growth and family time. If you delegate your time appropriately, you will manage the work, family and personal wellbeing effectively. - choose your career and boss wisely - select the industry carefully - evaluate your personal growth, professional growth and happiness after every quarter - loop in your manager when you have some lined up personal commitments so that there won't be any clash between your personal and professional commitments - politely decline the extra work if you have some prior family commitment

Remember to take care of yourself. Prioritize self-care activities that rejuvenate you, whether it’s exercise, hobbies, or simply relaxing. A well-rested and healthy you is better equipped to handle both career and family responsibilities.

Your well-being is the foundation of balancing career and family. Ensure you’re taking care of yourself by maintaining a healthy lifestyle, getting enough rest, and setting aside time for activities you enjoy. When you’re physically and mentally well, you’re better equipped to manage both your career and family responsibilities.