5 Ways to Overcome Entrepreneurship Burnout
As an entrepreneur one dedicates a lot of time and energy into their business. Unlike the ordinary employee, an entrepreneur works beyond the usual 9 to 5. Instead they may work from 3 a.m. to midnight especially during the early stages of their start ups. Though this is an admirable work ethic, an entrepreneur faces the challenge of experiencing what is called entrepreneurship burn out. This is characterized with low performance, low productivity as well as fatigue. Below are 5 ways to overcome entrepreneur burn out.
5 Ways to Overcome Entrepreneurship Burnout
1. Set realistic expectations and goals that you are able to handle in your capacity and with available resources.
2. Don’t wait to afford luxurious getaways for holidays. Right where you are take personal time off for as long as you need. Make sure that during this time you are not checking emails or on your laptop working.
3. Delegate more responsibilities to other team members according to their skill and abilities.
4. Media mogul Oprah Winfrey, has mentioned that one of the lessons she has learnt as a businesswoman is to say ‘NO’! Don’t overwhelm yourself with tasks that you aren’t able to do. To be more effective, productive and even successful you need to place your focus on things that you are capable of.
5. Make time for exercise, mindfulness meditation, and other opportunities to relieve stress.
