Ep. 111 – The Art of Work-Life Balance

Did you know that long work hours could be as dangerous as secondhand smoke and increase the risk of early death by 20%? 

Dive into this episode with Dr. James Bryant as we discuss the secrets to achieving work-life balance, the art of delegation, and why letting go of perfectionism can transform your personal life and professional journey. Discover strategies, insights, and a fresh perspective on how to thrive in a world dominated by technology and the urgent demands of work.

Tune in to this helpful conversation about mastering delegation and achieving work-life balance!

[00:00 – 17:09] Mastering Work-Life Balance

• Invitation to Mastering Delegation On-Ramp Session
• The impact of technology & setting healthy boundaries
• Stress at work can be just as dangerous as secondhand smoke
• Long-term overworking can lead to anxiety, depression, high blood pressure, insomnia, and a weakened immune system
• Learning how to put boundaries around those things that are important to you is vital to solving the dilemma of work-life balance
• Let go of perfectionism and strive for excellence instead
• Make time for yourself and your family – they need you more than anything else

[13:10 – 26:45] Learning to Say No and Recharge Your Mind

• Incorporate physical activities with friends to blow off steam
• Meditation and mindfulness help to center thoughts and reduce stress
• Let go of activities that waste time to achieve a work-life balance
• Learn to say no to other people and yes to yourself
• Prioritizing work-life balance increases profits, productivity, and loyalty and decreases staff turnover
• Employers/managers can offer flexible/alternative hours, allow staff to work from home, and create a culture that promotes work-life balance

[26:46 – 33:38] Closing Segment

Quotes:

“It’s not about achieving perfection. It’s about making intentional choices that will serve your ultimate goal.” – Dr. James Bryant

“If you start decreasing turnover, you’re increasing loyalty, you’re increasing productivity, then that will have a direct impact on your bottom line.” – Dr. James Bryant

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