Parenting and entrepreneurship may seem worlds apart, but they share more common ground than you might think. Discover how balancing business and parenting can transform your approach to both roles, helping you achieve harmony and effectiveness. In the high-octane world of entrepreneurship, efficiency is the name of the game. Every decision, every action is meticulously…
In the high-stakes world of entrepreneurship, stress is a constant companion. For entrepreneurial dads, this stress isn’t just a professional hurdle; it infiltrates every aspect of life, from boardroom decisions to bedtime stories. But what if everything you’ve been taught about managing stress is wrong? What if the key to true relief lies not in…
Here’s how you can prioritize your time so you’re delivering your best self to your business, and your social circle, without sacrificing.
I’ve been an entrepreneur for decades, and there’s one truth I can confidently declare: managing a business and life is hard. And frankly, entrepreneurs are sometimes the worst at recognizing their emotional issues and asking for help. We tend to overwork and overthink, chalking all of it up to our relentless work ethic and failing to…
When you own a business, it’s a given that you’re going all-in. I get it. I’ve been an entrepreneur for over 20 years, and crossing over the line from working hard to working too much is all too easy to do. But, it’s not only the business that needs our attention. It’s also our families,…
The life of a working parent is often absolute chaos. Wake up, make breakfast, pack lunches, get the kids to school, head to work, grind out meetings, take the kids to gymnastics or soccer practice, make dinner, pick them up, help with homework, clean up, bedtime routine / fight, collapse and binge watch Game of…
Have you ever woken up on a Sunday morning and felt like your home life isn’t as relaxing as it should be? Whether it’s chores piling up, work finding a way to consume your weekends, or your kids needing your support at their all-day cross country race on Saturday. The weekends never quite seem to…
It happens to all of us at some point. Things are going well at work, everything is great at home, relationships are happy and healthy, kids are cleaning their rooms, and there aren’t any major issues in our personal lives. And yet… you feel ‘stuck’. You feel like your personal growth is at a standstill….
I’m a huge consumer of information. I love reading, education, articles, conferences, and chats with various leaders/peers… you name it. My team used to joke about how I would come back from a conference with a “shiny object” mentality and try to implement something new and cool, like yesterday. When I decided it was time…
I am kind of a nerd (shocking I know), but I really love the end of the year. Yes, I love the holidays and tasty food, but I have really enjoyed the annual planning process. I do one with my company StringCan Interactive and another with my family. My family, my team, and I invest…
Entrepreneurs go on vacation too, although likely not as often as we should. It’s pretty common for people to use an upcoming break as the light at the end of the tunnel to get through another work week. In fact, people are more productive before a vacation. Some, definitely often for myself, even say the…
Recent studies have revealed a considerable body of evidence supporting the idea that a constant workflow detracts from productivity. As a result, taking breaks more often may actually increase a worker’s output. Basically, break up your day and get more done. Expending and Regaining Energy Tony Schwartz is the founder of the Energy Project….