Unlocking Downtime: Why it’s Important For Small Business Owners to Take Breaks and Recharge.
Running a small business can be both rewarding and challenging, especially in the uncertain economic climate of today.
Small business owners face external pressures that can accumulate and impact their professional and personal lives as well as their mental health.
Recognising the importance of breaks and downtime, UK small business leaders acknowledge that regular time off work is crucial for their wellbeing.
The Importance of Taking Breaks
Despite the daily pressures of entrepreneurship, most small business owners do understand the value of activities and interests outside of work. If you were to ask a business owner, they would explain the importance of taking time out to unwind and disconnect.
We know from experience that taking breaks from business can help with;
- Being a good leader
- Getting a better work/life balance
- Being more productive whilst at work
- Contributing to overall wellbeing
All of these benefits can then lead to business success.
Ways to Wind Down
It’s not uncommon for new business owners to give up their hobbies when they become an entrepreneur. So how can small business owners accomplish that all important down time?
Some ways to wind down can include; taking a trip, spending time with family, taking up a new hobby, visiting friends, get into a good book etc.
Do you take enough time out to unwind? What’s your favourite way to wind down and relax outside of work?