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You're a busy executive with a packed schedule. How can you find time to balance work and life?

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As a busy executive, you have a lot of responsibilities, deadlines, and demands on your time. You may feel like you have to sacrifice your personal life, health, or happiness to keep up with your work. But that's not a sustainable or healthy way to live. You need to find a balance between work and life that allows you to perform well, enjoy yourself, and avoid burnout. Here are some tips on how to do that.

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Lakshmi Priya S.

"HR Coordinator with 2+ years in IT, now in retail. Skilled in recruitment, employee engagement, and fostering positive…
Mina Kolta

Human Resources Payroll & Personnel Specialist |HR Diploma -ESLSCA University
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AlignReg Consulting | Regulatory Strategy | Top Research Skills Voice | Healthcare Consulting | Pharmacovigilance | CDM…

1 Prioritize your tasks

Not everything on your to-do list is equally important or urgent. You need to learn how to prioritize your tasks based on their impact, value, and deadline. Use a tool like the Eisenhower matrix to categorize your tasks into four quadrants: do, decide, delegate, and delete. Focus on the tasks that are both important and urgent, and delegate or eliminate the ones that are not. This will help you reduce stress and waste less time.

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Lakshmi Priya S.

"HR Coordinator with 2+ years in IT, now in retail. Skilled in recruitment, employee engagement, and fostering positive workplace culture."
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Balancing work and life as a busy executive involves strategic prioritization and delegation, using time efficiently through tools and technology, setting clear boundaries, scheduling breaks, and consistently evaluating and adjusting priorities. Learning to say no, batching similar tasks, and communicating effectively with your team are key components. Prioritizing self-care activities and investing in regular breaks contribute to overall well-being. Striking a balance is an ongoing process that requires flexibility and a commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life integration.

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Mina Kolta

Human Resources Payroll & Personnel Specialist |HR Diploma -ESLSCA University
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1. The ability to differentiate between what it is important and what is urgent is very essential. 2. Recording the tasks that should be accomplished according to the periorty of each one. 3. Highlighting the accomplished tasks plants comfort and motivating us to accomplish the next one punctually.

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Rimjhim Roy

AlignReg Consulting | Regulatory Strategy | Top Research Skills Voice | Healthcare Consulting | Pharmacovigilance | CDM Software | Medical Device | Toxicology | PMCF Phase IV | Clinical Research
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Balancing work and life as an executive involves prioritizing tasks, scheduling breaks, and setting boundaries. Delegate tasks to your team, use technology efficiently, and learn to say no to extra commitments. Make time for activities outside work that bring you joy and fulfillment, ensuring a well-rounded life.

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Lucia F.
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Ich würde hier eine systemische Auslegeordnung mit Priorit?tenliste aufsetzen. In einem ersten Schritt müssen alle Systeme erfasst werden, welche miteinander "verzahnt" sind. Etwas wie Zahnr?der. Das System Kinder und/oder Partnerschaft / Familie, das System Wohnen und Haushalt, die Finanzen, der Job, Hobbies, soziale Beziehungen, Erholung und Me-Time (geht oft vergessen). Anschliessend eine Batterie mit 100% nehmen und in Prozente aufteilen, wieviel Prozent pro System im Schnitt aufgewendet wird. Und damit eine erste Analyse machen. Und sich Gedanken machen, ob sich diese mit der eigentlichen (inneren psycho-emotionalen Priorit?tenliste) deckt. Danach kann Ver?nderungsarbeit Schritt für Schritt begleitet in die Wege geleitet werden.

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2 Set boundaries and expectations

One of the biggest challenges of finding work-life balance is managing the expectations and demands of others. You may feel pressured to respond to every email, phone call, or meeting request, even if they are not relevant or urgent. You need to set clear boundaries and communicate them to your colleagues, clients, and boss. For example, you can establish a regular working schedule, turn off notifications after hours, and decline meetings that are not essential. By doing this, you will protect your time and energy, and avoid unnecessary interruptions.

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Karine Fayfer de Aráujo Lordello

Engenheira de produ??o, pós graduada gest?o de projetos. Customer Repair Representative na empresa NOV.
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Acredito que as habilidades analíticas auxiliem na elabora??o de um panorama com metas, prioridades, possibilidade e ou capacidade de delega??o entre outros fatores que quando gerenciados, tornam o dia-a-dia mais rotineiro, sendo que na rotina planejada, estará inclusa a vida pessoal.

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Nitya Prakhar

Founder and CEO - BotWot & NiVa
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As a global leader overseeing diverse shifts, I tackled burnout by setting clear boundaries: - Established backups and knowledge libraries for seamless operations. - Improved communication with dedicated stakeholder time. - Streamlined responsibilities and workflow through clear expectations. - Distributed workload efficiently via effective task delegation. - Prioritized a healthier work-life balance by declining post-shift meetings. - Cultivated a well-being-focused culture by encouraging team members to adopt similar practices.

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3 Schedule some downtime

Another key to finding work-life balance is to make time for yourself. You need to schedule some downtime in your calendar, just like you would schedule a meeting or a project. This is the time when you can relax, recharge, and do something you enjoy. It could be reading a book, watching a movie, meditating, exercising, or spending time with your family or friends. Whatever it is, make sure you treat it as a priority, and don't let work interfere with it. This will help you boost your mood, creativity, and productivity.

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Nitya Prakhar

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Discovering your work rhythm is key to effective leadership. While common advice suggests 15-minute breaks every 2 hours, people operate differently. Some prefer 30-minute breaks, others work continuously for 4-5 hours. Before planning downtime, understand your preference. If uncertain, seek advice from your boss or a trusted friend. Embrace the diversity of work styles to enhance your professional harmony. Before orchestrating your own composition of downtime, embark on a captivating self-discovery journey. Uncover your rhythm, allowing your professional melody to harmonize with productivity, don't hesitate to consult your leaders or a trusted ally for insights into crafting the grand performance of work-life harmony.

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4 Learn to say no

Sometimes, finding work-life balance means saying no to some opportunities, requests, or invitations. You can't do everything, and you don't have to. You need to learn to say no to the things that are not aligned with your goals, values, or priorities. Saying no can be hard, especially if you don't want to disappoint or offend anyone. But it's also a sign of respect for yourself and others. By saying no, you are being honest, realistic, and assertive. You are also freeing up space for the things that matter most to you.

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Nitya Prakhar

Founder and CEO - BotWot & NiVa
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As a business leader, mastering the art of saying no is pivotal. The demands of a leadership role are vast, and while the inclination may be to take on every opportunity, strategic decision-making requires discernment. Saying no isn't a refusal; it's a prioritization of commitments. By understanding your bandwidth and aligning tasks with overarching goals, you ensure optimal focus and effectiveness. Learning to decline non-essential requests preserves valuable resources, allowing you to channel your energy into endeavors that align with the vision and success of the organization. It's a skill that not only enhances personal productivity but also fosters a culture of efficiency and clarity within the entire team.

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5 Seek support and feedback

You don't have to find work-life balance on your own. You can seek support and feedback from your network, mentors, coaches, or peers. They can offer you advice, guidance, encouragement, or accountability. They can also help you identify your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, or challenges. You can also seek support and feedback from your family or friends. They can provide you with emotional, social, or practical support. They can also help you celebrate your achievements, cope with your setbacks, or have fun.

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6 Review and adjust

Finding work-life balance is not a one-time thing. It's an ongoing process that requires constant review and adjustment. You need to monitor your progress, evaluate your results, and reflect on your feelings. You also need to be flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances, needs, or goals. You may need to tweak your priorities, boundaries, schedules, or strategies from time to time. The key is to find what works for you, and keep improving it.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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César Salazar

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No existe el equilibrio Vida/ Trabajo. Esta idea de que de alguna forma tenemos que equilibrar la balanza y tener buenas cosas por un lado y malas por el otro. Si hay algo que he aprendido en estos a?os de experimentación es que el equilibrio vida trabajo quizás no es el mejor enfoque. Para mí se trata más de una integración. No hay una persona que de 9 a 5 es un profesional que deja los sentimientos y cómo se siente en casa, y no hay “otra persona” que después de que sale del trabajo no piensa en absolutamente nada profesional y sólo piensa en la “vida”. Entonces es por eso mejor integrar estas 2 cosas. Saber que somos seres humanos que tienen sentimientos y necesidades durante todo el día, todos los días.

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1 Prioritize your tasks

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