How to Create a Wellbeing Strategy for Small Business Owners
Chloe Jessamy
Multi-award-winning entrepreneur | Founder of leading VA & business support agency | Business consultant focused on driving efficient, sustainable growth through systems | Founder of award-winning home organising company
In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, it’s easy to forget self-care amidst the demands of business. You will probably be familiar with the conventional advice that is widely available. And you have likely tried it all before. However, this article looks beyond the obvious and provides you with a timeless wellbeing strategy that will nurture your mind, body and business.
Keep reading to explore the intersection of?wellbeing and entrepreneurship , and discover how delegating to a virtual assistant through Supportal can revolutionise your success.
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Why Wellbeing Matters for Small Business Owners
As a small business owner, your wellbeing is the foundation of your entrepreneurial journey. Neglecting self-care can lead to burnout, reduced productivity, and strain on personal relationships.
By prioritising your wellbeing, you cultivate the resilience, creativity and mental clarity needed to navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship effectively. It’s time to embrace unconventional strategies that will revolutionise the way you approach self-care.
Thinking differently is the mark of a good entrepreneur, and that should continue into your wellbeing strategy too. Here are some self-care tips that you might not have tried before.
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Unconventional Self-Care Practices for Busy Entrepreneurs – Your Wellbeing Strategy
Embrace Micro-Moments
Discover the joy in brief, intentional actions woven throughout your day. Engage in mindful pauses, practice gratitude, perform acts of kindness or incorporate mini-workouts or stretches into your routine.
These micro-moments provide rejuvenation, refreshment, and restoration, ultimately enhancing your overall wellbeing. And the best thing is that they don’t take long to do. Take five minutes between tasks and you will feel energised and alert for longer.
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Leverage Technology for Wellbeing
Tech revolutionises our working lives , and it can super-boost our wellbeing too. Leverage it to foster your wellbeing by exploring apps, wearables (such as smartwatches), and online platforms offering stress management techniques, mindfulness exercises, sleep-tracking tools, or productivity enhancers.
These innovative solutions seamlessly integrate with your tech-driven lifestyle and help you achieve a healthy work-life balance. Apps can remind you to drink enough water and take necessary breaks, fitness trackers ensure you take enough steps and?smart lighting ?can help you maintain an environment that helps you work when you need to work and relax when you need to relax.
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Acknowledge Emotional Challenges
Acknowledge the emotional challenges that come with entrepreneurship. That way, you can seek out the support that you need.
Cultivate resilience by practicing self-compassion, managing stress effectively, seeking professional support when needed, and fostering a positive mindset.
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You can also learn from fellow entrepreneurs. Network with your peers and share the challenges that you have faced and how you overcame them. You can learn more about the potential emotional obstacles you might face, and learn the coping mechanisms you need.
This element of your wellbeing strategy helps you recognise the importance of emotional wellbeing in your journey.
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Delegate to Gain Time and Mental Space
Delegating tasks to a virtual assistant ?can be a transformative step in your entrepreneurial journey. By offloading non-essential tasks and outsourcing to a reliable and capable team, you gain valuable time and mental space to focus on high-impact activities.
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How delegating to Supportal supports your wellbeing Strategy
Reduced Workload and Stress
Delegating tasks allows you to reclaim your time and alleviate the overwhelm that often accompanies running a small business. Redirect your energy towards strategic planning, innovation, and personal self-care, reducing stress and boosting overall wellbeing.
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Increased Efficiency and Productivity
Virtual assistants bring expertise and efficiency to the table, enabling you to streamline operations. By delegating administrative, repetitive, or time-consuming tasks, you free up mental bandwidth to focus on core business activities, nurturing growth and success.
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Access to Diverse Skill Sets
When you delegate to a VA, you tap into a pool of talented professionals with diverse skill sets. From managing calendars and emails to social media management and customer support, their expertise helps your business thrive while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
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Conclusion
As a small business owner, investing in your wellbeing strategy is paramount to sustained success. Embrace the power of unconventional self-care practices, leverage technology wisely, and prioritise your emotional wellbeing. And remember, delegating tasks to a VA through Supportal is a strategic move that not only lightens your workload but also empowers you to focus on what truly matters. Elevate your wellbeing, and watch your entrepreneurial journey soar to new heights.
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