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#entrepreneurship

I'm a father of 3 working up to 16 hours a day. The guilt of missing my kids grow up is torturous.

Balancing startup growth with family responsibilities often leads to 'dad guilt', necessitating careful scheduling and delegation to achieve work-life balance.

LinkedIn cofounder Reid Hoffman says work-life balance isn't possible in the startup game

Reid Hoffman discusses that achieving success in startups often comes at the cost of work-life balance.

The 'Always Available' Trap: What Is It and How to Avoid It | HackerNoon

Fear of setting limits often indicates a need to establish boundaries, especially for successful entrepreneurs.

I saved $50K to take a 'gap year' from work. It helped me reprioritize my life and find joy.

Alma Rex-Ezonfade saved $51,300 for an 'adult gap year', shifting from a busy work life to self-exploration and entrepreneurship.

I'm Used to Working 16-hour Days - Here's How I Ensure Every Minute is Spent Productively | Entrepreneur

Long hours are common in building a lasting business, requiring efficient planning and productivity to avoid burnout.

She moved to Hong Kong in her 20s, had kids, and launched 5 companies. Now, at 43, she's learning how to disconnect.

Entrepreneur Lindsay Jang emphasizes learning from both successes and failures in her 15-year business journey in Hong Kong.

I'm a father of 3 working up to 16 hours a day. The guilt of missing my kids grow up is torturous.

Balancing startup growth with family responsibilities often leads to 'dad guilt', necessitating careful scheduling and delegation to achieve work-life balance.

LinkedIn cofounder Reid Hoffman says work-life balance isn't possible in the startup game

Reid Hoffman discusses that achieving success in startups often comes at the cost of work-life balance.

The 'Always Available' Trap: What Is It and How to Avoid It | HackerNoon

Fear of setting limits often indicates a need to establish boundaries, especially for successful entrepreneurs.

I saved $50K to take a 'gap year' from work. It helped me reprioritize my life and find joy.

Alma Rex-Ezonfade saved $51,300 for an 'adult gap year', shifting from a busy work life to self-exploration and entrepreneurship.

I'm Used to Working 16-hour Days - Here's How I Ensure Every Minute is Spent Productively | Entrepreneur

Long hours are common in building a lasting business, requiring efficient planning and productivity to avoid burnout.

She moved to Hong Kong in her 20s, had kids, and launched 5 companies. Now, at 43, she's learning how to disconnect.

Entrepreneur Lindsay Jang emphasizes learning from both successes and failures in her 15-year business journey in Hong Kong.
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#family-dynamics

Weirdly, a Card Game Didn't Fix My Relationship

Parenting responsibilities often reveal inequalities in partnerships, complicating the quest for an equal marriage.

Is parenting solo actually easier? HGTV's Ben and Erin Napier spark debate

Parenting dynamics vary: some parents prefer solo parenting, while others find strength in team parenting. Balance is key for child behavior.

Dinner Is Terrible

Dinner is a vital, but often burdensome, daily commitment for many people.

Weirdly, a Card Game Didn't Fix My Relationship

Parenting responsibilities often reveal inequalities in partnerships, complicating the quest for an equal marriage.

Is parenting solo actually easier? HGTV's Ben and Erin Napier spark debate

Parenting dynamics vary: some parents prefer solo parenting, while others find strength in team parenting. Balance is key for child behavior.

Dinner Is Terrible

Dinner is a vital, but often burdensome, daily commitment for many people.
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#remote-work

More companies are ordering workers back to the office. These tips can help manage disruption

The shift from remote work to mandatory office presence is causing distress among employees, especially parents and caregivers seeking work-life flexibility.

Remote work is a game-changer for addressing burnout in workers

Remote and hybrid work arrangements enhance employee health and work-life balance, crucial in combatting burnout.

3 Ways To Convert Your In-Office Job To Remote

Transitioning to a remote role requires a strategic approach that benefits both employee and employer, focusing on productivity and team dynamics.

Returning to the office? Here are some tips to find flexibility and help navigate the changes

Many employees prefer remote work for its flexibility, especially when managing personal and family needs.

Working Well: Returning to the office can disrupt life. Here are some tips to navigate the changes

Many employees prefer remote work for its flexibility, especially caregivers.
Businesses face high turnover after enforcing return-to-office policies.
Parents value being present for their children, impacting job satisfaction.

Working Well: Returning to the office can disrupt life. Here are some tips to navigate the changes

Many workers, especially parents, prefer flexible work options to manage family responsibilities.
Companies enforcing rigid return-to-office mandates face increased turnover rates.

More companies are ordering workers back to the office. These tips can help manage disruption

The shift from remote work to mandatory office presence is causing distress among employees, especially parents and caregivers seeking work-life flexibility.

Remote work is a game-changer for addressing burnout in workers

Remote and hybrid work arrangements enhance employee health and work-life balance, crucial in combatting burnout.

3 Ways To Convert Your In-Office Job To Remote

Transitioning to a remote role requires a strategic approach that benefits both employee and employer, focusing on productivity and team dynamics.

Returning to the office? Here are some tips to find flexibility and help navigate the changes

Many employees prefer remote work for its flexibility, especially when managing personal and family needs.

Working Well: Returning to the office can disrupt life. Here are some tips to navigate the changes

Many employees prefer remote work for its flexibility, especially caregivers.
Businesses face high turnover after enforcing return-to-office policies.
Parents value being present for their children, impacting job satisfaction.

Working Well: Returning to the office can disrupt life. Here are some tips to navigate the changes

Many workers, especially parents, prefer flexible work options to manage family responsibilities.
Companies enforcing rigid return-to-office mandates face increased turnover rates.
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How 2025 Will Change the Future of Work

AI could enhance workplace well-being and feasibility of a reduced work week.
Studies support reduced work weeks maintaining or increasing productivity.
#mental-health

These Jobs Offer the Highest Pay, Lowest Stress: Report | Entrepreneur

Low-stress jobs that also offer high pay do exist, focusing on mental health and work-life balance.

15 Highest-Paying, Low-Stress Jobs For 2025

Job seekers are prioritizing low-stress, high-paying positions for better work-life balance as mental health becomes increasingly important.

Stressed Out Over Work-Life Balance? Check Your Premises

Reframing work-life balance concepts improves satisfaction and chances of success; it's about adaptability, not a static formula.

Study says home working boosts exercise habits

Hybrid working positively impacts workers' exercise habits and well-being.

How I beat overwhelm: I deleted my email app and my sleep suddenly improved

The overwhelming cycle of checking emails can compromise work quality for freelancers.

The Workaholic's Quest for Perfection

Workaholism is marked by an obsessive focus on work, often causing anxiety and a struggle to disconnect from professional identity.

These Jobs Offer the Highest Pay, Lowest Stress: Report | Entrepreneur

Low-stress jobs that also offer high pay do exist, focusing on mental health and work-life balance.

15 Highest-Paying, Low-Stress Jobs For 2025

Job seekers are prioritizing low-stress, high-paying positions for better work-life balance as mental health becomes increasingly important.

Stressed Out Over Work-Life Balance? Check Your Premises

Reframing work-life balance concepts improves satisfaction and chances of success; it's about adaptability, not a static formula.

Study says home working boosts exercise habits

Hybrid working positively impacts workers' exercise habits and well-being.

How I beat overwhelm: I deleted my email app and my sleep suddenly improved

The overwhelming cycle of checking emails can compromise work quality for freelancers.

The Workaholic's Quest for Perfection

Workaholism is marked by an obsessive focus on work, often causing anxiety and a struggle to disconnect from professional identity.
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#employee-wellbeing

Company Founder Calls Overtime 'Evil' And Urges Team Members To Only Work 7 Hours A Day

Overworking employees is harmful; leaders need to champion reasonable work hours for their teams.

I turned down a vice-president job that only offered 10 days off a year. As a mom of 2, I need more flexibility.

Flexibility and time off are non-negotiable priorities for Sherri Carpineto, particularly as a mother balancing career and family.

Out-of-office emails are getting a refresh and helping employees set work-life boundaries | CBC Radio

Out-of-office emails now blend humor and personality, emphasizing work-life balance and the necessity of genuine disconnection from work.

I'm a Gen Xer who hated working with baby boomers. I love working for millennials because they view work differently.

Millennials promote a healthy work-life balance and prioritize personal well-being in the workplace.

Company Founder Calls Overtime 'Evil' And Urges Team Members To Only Work 7 Hours A Day

Overworking employees is harmful; leaders need to champion reasonable work hours for their teams.

I turned down a vice-president job that only offered 10 days off a year. As a mom of 2, I need more flexibility.

Flexibility and time off are non-negotiable priorities for Sherri Carpineto, particularly as a mother balancing career and family.

Out-of-office emails are getting a refresh and helping employees set work-life boundaries | CBC Radio

Out-of-office emails now blend humor and personality, emphasizing work-life balance and the necessity of genuine disconnection from work.

I'm a Gen Xer who hated working with baby boomers. I love working for millennials because they view work differently.

Millennials promote a healthy work-life balance and prioritize personal well-being in the workplace.
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#parenting

I left my teaching job to become a freelance writer. I doubled my income in just 4 months.

Transitioning from teaching to freelancing provided a better work-life balance and more flexible schedule for family.
The lack of male role models in education motivated a career in teaching despite its challenges.

I quit my teaching job and earn more money as a freelance writer. Here are the 5 keys to my success.

Transitioning from teaching to freelance writing allowed for greater flexibility and financial success.
Starting with minimal resources can lead to substantial growth and achievement.

Manager Takes Heartwarming Moment With Son As A Sign To Prioritize Work Over Family

Work-life balance can cause conflict, especially during family time and holidays.

Daniel Craig reveals why wife Rachel Weisz didn't join him at the 2025 Golden Globes

Daniel Craig attended the 2025 Golden Globes without his wife Rachel Weisz as she was preparing their daughter for school.

I left my teaching job to become a freelance writer. I doubled my income in just 4 months.

Transitioning from teaching to freelancing provided a better work-life balance and more flexible schedule for family.
The lack of male role models in education motivated a career in teaching despite its challenges.

I quit my teaching job and earn more money as a freelance writer. Here are the 5 keys to my success.

Transitioning from teaching to freelance writing allowed for greater flexibility and financial success.
Starting with minimal resources can lead to substantial growth and achievement.

Manager Takes Heartwarming Moment With Son As A Sign To Prioritize Work Over Family

Work-life balance can cause conflict, especially during family time and holidays.

Daniel Craig reveals why wife Rachel Weisz didn't join him at the 2025 Golden Globes

Daniel Craig attended the 2025 Golden Globes without his wife Rachel Weisz as she was preparing their daughter for school.
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#personal-growth

I've been waging war on my phone addiction | Rhik Samadder

Turning off mobile data leads to insights and challenges in daily life, affecting both personal and professional realms significantly.

I've started full-time work and it's non-stop when do I get some time for me? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

Work-life balance can feel overwhelming; finding time for personal fulfillment is a common struggle, especially post-university.

I've been waging war on my phone addiction | Rhik Samadder

Turning off mobile data leads to insights and challenges in daily life, affecting both personal and professional realms significantly.

I've started full-time work and it's non-stop when do I get some time for me? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

Work-life balance can feel overwhelming; finding time for personal fulfillment is a common struggle, especially post-university.
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New year, new deal: the buyout boom poised to take over City lawyers' lives

Corporate lawyers face intense workloads, often balancing work and leisure during holidays, as deal-making remains robust into 2025.

Priest who wanted to work from home, failed to fulfill duties was unfairly dismissed: tribunal

Father Stavros Bozos was unfairly dismissed after conflicts with his church duties, emphasizing the balance between personal circumstances and job responsibilities.
#self-care

How to Stop the Cycle of Mom Guilt and Reclaim Your Time

Break free from guilt and embrace a healthier balance for you and your family.
Learn to prioritize your needs without sacrificing the love and care your family deserves.
Set boundaries, focus on your goals, and take back control of your time.

I'm a Leadership Coach - Here's the One Mental Exercise Every CEO Needs to Try When They're Feeling Drained | Entrepreneur

CEOs excel in holding tension but often struggle to receive energy in return.

Reclaim your work-life balance in 2025: Tips for entrepreneurs and leaders - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Work-life balance can be achieved by setting boundaries, delegating tasks, and prioritizing self-care.

How to Stop the Cycle of Mom Guilt and Reclaim Your Time

Break free from guilt and embrace a healthier balance for you and your family.
Learn to prioritize your needs without sacrificing the love and care your family deserves.
Set boundaries, focus on your goals, and take back control of your time.

I'm a Leadership Coach - Here's the One Mental Exercise Every CEO Needs to Try When They're Feeling Drained | Entrepreneur

CEOs excel in holding tension but often struggle to receive energy in return.

Reclaim your work-life balance in 2025: Tips for entrepreneurs and leaders - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Work-life balance can be achieved by setting boundaries, delegating tasks, and prioritizing self-care.
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Parents Reveal The Advice Non-Parents Give That Just Makes Them Roll Their Eyes

Balancing work with parental duties is challenging, particularly when employers fail to recognize the impact of sickness on family life.
#employee-engagement

Parents Are Minimizing Work Relationships to Make Time for Childcare

Employees with children strategically navigate workplace interactions to balance work quality and caregiving responsibilities while risking feelings of isolation.

8 L&D Resources To Keep Your Employees Engaged During The Festive Season

L&D resources that align with employee needs during the holiday season can maintain engagement and productivity.

Parents Are Minimizing Work Relationships to Make Time for Childcare

Employees with children strategically navigate workplace interactions to balance work quality and caregiving responsibilities while risking feelings of isolation.

8 L&D Resources To Keep Your Employees Engaged During The Festive Season

L&D resources that align with employee needs during the holiday season can maintain engagement and productivity.
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#financial-independence

I'm 46 with $21 million and a baby on the way - should I retire from my high-stress job to focus on family?

Achieving significant wealth often prompts individuals to reconsider their work-life balance and retirement possibilities.

I'm 39 with more money saved than I could have ever dream and have 2 young kids-is it time to focus on family and investments?

The 'fat FIRE' movement enables affluent individuals to retire luxuriously and invest in their family's future.

I'm bound to my job for 3 more years earning $350k - should I stick it out or move on?

Evaluate personal fulfillment over financial gain when considering career options.
Retiring early or taking a pay cut can lead to more enjoyable life experiences.

I'm 46 with $21 million and a baby on the way - should I retire from my high-stress job to focus on family?

Achieving significant wealth often prompts individuals to reconsider their work-life balance and retirement possibilities.

I'm 39 with more money saved than I could have ever dream and have 2 young kids-is it time to focus on family and investments?

The 'fat FIRE' movement enables affluent individuals to retire luxuriously and invest in their family's future.

I'm bound to my job for 3 more years earning $350k - should I stick it out or move on?

Evaluate personal fulfillment over financial gain when considering career options.
Retiring early or taking a pay cut can lead to more enjoyable life experiences.
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#communication

When Your Spouse Becomes Your Co-Worker

Working together requires respect and communication, treating the partnership as important as any professional relationship.

My husband handles all the outside chores, and I handle the inside ones. This compromise is the key to happiness in our marriage.

Dividing household chores into indoor and outdoor categories fosters communication and harmony in a marriage.

When Your Spouse Becomes Your Co-Worker

Working together requires respect and communication, treating the partnership as important as any professional relationship.

My husband handles all the outside chores, and I handle the inside ones. This compromise is the key to happiness in our marriage.

Dividing household chores into indoor and outdoor categories fosters communication and harmony in a marriage.
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NYC's 2025 Work Calendar: Federal Holidays To Note In The New Year

Maximize PTO in 2025 by planning around federal holidays to enhance vacation experiences and decrease stress.
#financial-planning

What is 'microretirement'? Gen Z and millennials spawn new career trend to help with woes

Microretirement offers a solution for young employees facing burnout, allowing them to recharge and realign their life goals.

Grant Cardone Says You Won't Get Rich Doing This, But 85% of Americans Do It

Achieving wealth requires significant dedication beyond a traditional job, though balancing life and work is crucial.
Investing wisely enhances the potential for wealth accumulation and early retirement.

Married with 2 young kids, making $400k a year with $6 million saved - retire now or keep grinding?

Early retirement is feasible for those with substantial savings and income streams, but careful consideration of long-term financial impacts is essential.

Meet the oversavers: Older Americans who have plenty for retirement but wish they'd worked less and vacationed more

Oversaving for retirement can lead to regrets in life, as individuals sacrifice experiences during their working years.
Financial planners recommend balancing savings with present enjoyment to minimize regrets later in life.

What is 'microretirement'? Gen Z and millennials spawn new career trend to help with woes

Microretirement offers a solution for young employees facing burnout, allowing them to recharge and realign their life goals.

Grant Cardone Says You Won't Get Rich Doing This, But 85% of Americans Do It

Achieving wealth requires significant dedication beyond a traditional job, though balancing life and work is crucial.
Investing wisely enhances the potential for wealth accumulation and early retirement.

Married with 2 young kids, making $400k a year with $6 million saved - retire now or keep grinding?

Early retirement is feasible for those with substantial savings and income streams, but careful consideration of long-term financial impacts is essential.

Meet the oversavers: Older Americans who have plenty for retirement but wish they'd worked less and vacationed more

Oversaving for retirement can lead to regrets in life, as individuals sacrifice experiences during their working years.
Financial planners recommend balancing savings with present enjoyment to minimize regrets later in life.
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Working from home could harm women's careers, Nationwide boss warns

Working from home could hinder women's career progression due to less office presence compared to men, warns Nationwide's CEO Debbie Crosbie.

Burnt-out workers are considering 'micro-retirement.' Here's what it is and how to do it successfully.

Micro-retirement offers a vital opportunity for young workers to escape burnout and seek personal interests or side hustles for better work-life balance.

A boomer retired early and moved to a California beach house. She regretted it, returned to work, and sold the house.

Misty Miller's regret over early retirement underscores the financial and emotional challenges many face, prompting her to return to work after a brief period.

UK employers urged to adopt fertility policies or risk losing talented staff

Supporting employees undergoing fertility treatment can reduce turnover and sick leave for businesses.
Only 19% of organizations have formal fertility policies despite a high demand for such support.

I felt suffocated grinding away at my desk for 16 hours daily in banking. Now, I'm a VC, and it's intense, but I've never been happier.

Wischoff transitioned from a high-paying but unfulfilling banking job to the startup world, finding a better match for her personality and career aspirations.

C-suite goes gig as demand for fractional work rises

Demand for fractional leaders is increasing as professionals seek greater work-life balance and more control over their work arrangements.

My husband and I both work 4-day workweeks. We'd rather have less money and more family time.

Prioritizing family and time over financial gain led to a happier lifestyle with a 4-day workweek.

With a $4 million net worth aiming for $10 million - should I take a career break or keep grinding?

Prioritizing health might be more important than reaching financial goals.
#motherhood

Podcast Spotlights Black Moms in Marketing and Media | Muse by Clios

The podcast 'A Dose of Black Joy and Caffeine' will conclude in 2025, focusing on motherhood and professional life in its final series.

'Twas The Night Before Christmas - A Lawyer Mom Version

Lawyer-moms face unique challenges balancing professional duties and family responsibilities, often leading to anxiety and guilt.

Podcast Spotlights Black Moms in Marketing and Media | Muse by Clios

The podcast 'A Dose of Black Joy and Caffeine' will conclude in 2025, focusing on motherhood and professional life in its final series.

'Twas The Night Before Christmas - A Lawyer Mom Version

Lawyer-moms face unique challenges balancing professional duties and family responsibilities, often leading to anxiety and guilt.
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4 people who make over $100k share the biggest perks of a six-figure income

Higher salaries improve financial security and relationships but come with increased work responsibilities.

Effort = Reward: The Equation That Must Evolve Over Time

Effort invested early in our careers leads to greater rewards and future opportunities.

Changes needed to the benefits system to back those striving to go from unemployment to self-employment - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Independence and work-life balance motivate small business creation more than wealth.
FSB advocates targeted government support for small businesses.
Key barriers need addressing to stimulate UK entrepreneurship.

Global South happier than EU countries with work-balance - study

The Global South enjoys greater work-life satisfaction compared to the EU, signaling a need for change in European attitudes.

Self Scheduling: Definition, Benefits and How to Implement

Self-scheduling improves employee autonomy and work-life balance, enhancing both satisfaction and operational efficiency.
#education

We need a total culture change': the UK teacher told to work 60-hour week or leave after having baby

Vickie Johnson's experience highlights the struggle of teachers needing more flexibility to balance their professional and personal lives.
Rigid work conditions push educators, especially mothers, out of teaching roles.

I Had To Get A Job At The Grocery Store In My Affluent Town. Here's What I Learned.

Life can take unexpected turns, as even high education might lead to a job like cashiering for financial stability.

We need a total culture change': the UK teacher told to work 60-hour week or leave after having baby

Vickie Johnson's experience highlights the struggle of teachers needing more flexibility to balance their professional and personal lives.
Rigid work conditions push educators, especially mothers, out of teaching roles.

I Had To Get A Job At The Grocery Store In My Affluent Town. Here's What I Learned.

Life can take unexpected turns, as even high education might lead to a job like cashiering for financial stability.
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6 ways to deal with mental fatigue at work

Recognizing and managing mental fatigue is essential for maintaining productivity and fostering a healthy work culture.

Full-Spectrum vs. Isolate Cannabis: What You Need to Know for Your Workday

Understanding the difference between full-spectrum and isolate cannabis products is crucial for choosing the right product for your lifestyle.

When is the next bank holiday? The UK bank holidays in 2025

Bank holidays provide ideal opportunities to extend vacations and create memorable experiences with minimal annual leave usage.
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