1. Leaning into your ‘business seasons’
I write this as I sip my coffee and smoothie before my day of client calls and data-focused work.
I start each day with a dose of exercise and sunshine to recharge and unwind before a busy day. Despite the cold weather, I've kept up my routine and have come to appreciate the transition that seasons bring. After living in SF's perpetual autumn for almost a decade, it feels good to be more in tune with seasons and nature.
This winter, I'm making an effort to slow down, focus on self-care, read, and write more. Finding time to slow down now is crucial for me.
When work is busy, we crave time to relax, but when things slow down, we don’t know what to do with ourselves. The quick transition from go go go to having space to think can be a challenging one – but I encourage you to use it as a vehicle for growth.
I say this as a few of my clients saw a bit of a slowdown in early January and had a moment of panic. These cycles are natural and healthy. When we fight against the natural cycles, we risk burnout and stagnation. Instead, recognize the trends & patterns so you can plan for the slowdown – and hey – maybe even plan a vacation around it :)
