By far the most common conversation we have with the folks we interview is about work-life balance. Starting a business or pursuing a creative career makes finding work life balance really tough because there is no clear start and end to one’s work day. We’ve shared some of our conversations on the topic below.

Kevin Alan Lamb | Author, Poet, Journalist, & Talent Manager

When I think of balance, I think of boundaries, and trying to find a balance between life on the road — touring, and life at home, booking tours, managing artists, and self-care. I love to travel, and touring reminds me of the magic, inspiration, and joy in what I do; but self-care, healthy routines, and conserving my energy is difficult on tour. Traveling hundreds, or thousands of miles across the US is a wonderful way to connect with good humans, experience culture, and learn — but it takes its toll on your body, and with distracted drivers, and inclement weather, presents its own risk. Read more>>

Bridget Baird | Meditation & Mindset Coach

I think balance is such a delicate and necessary thing. I believe everything should be done in moderation; too much of anything is too much. For me, balance shifted when I made it a core value. Once I made that choice, it was very important to me that I didn’t spend 40 hours a week at the office. For me, that wasn’t a healthy balance, so I took steps to improve that! I think COVID really opened people’s eyes to the positive impact of having a healthy work-life balance. Read more>>

Amanda Bergeron | Resilient Creative with a World-Changing Vision

Certainly! Here’s a refined version of your statement: I embrace a perspective that challenges the traditional notion of work-life balance, recognizing its inherent flaws. The concept gained prominence in the 1980s, permeating our daily lives through publications, news, and social media. However, achieving equilibrium in all aspects of life is often unrealistic. Instead of pursuing an elusive balance, I advocate for the concept of counterbalance. There are weeks in my photography journey where demands necessitate more time than an entire year combined. In such instances, I prioritize counterbalancing by deliberately allocating extra time in the subsequent week for rest and quality family moments. It’s about recognizing and adapting to the ebb and flow of demands. Read more>>