Working Too Many Hours

As we've talked about before, work/life balance will never be perfect. AND there is a point where too much is too much. We are not robots and can't be expected to go 100 MPH 24/7. Two situations/reasons where we are working too many hours: Expectations we put on ourselves Expectations others set on us Tips for when we set expectations for ourselves: Set boundaries Utilize timers Set a schedule and stick to it 80-90% of the time Dig down deep and establish / determine why you feel the need / pressure to put on yourself Schedule time away Make a self care list Make a local wish list Research and understand achievement vs. perfectionism vs. compulsion vs. obsessed Establish your why Accept and embrace and encourage your failures Prioritize ALL the things Exercise / movement Meditation / spiritual / religious practice Tips for when others set expectations for us: Try to figure out if they put expectations on themselves that you are picking up Set boundaries Talk to your leader Can you add resources to the team Balance with exercise, movement, eating well, fun, self care, etc. Talk to HR or upper management if your leader can't help Evaluate if you're in the right place Put yourself first Burn out isn't fun, feeling exhausted isn't fun. Fuzzy brain is hard. You need to take care of yourself. You deserve it!! Signs you're working too much: Skipping meals / eating really bad No time with friends Not enough time with your partner and family Pets being neglected Missing key events Brain is fuzzy all the time Feel drained all the time Surviving on coffee / energy drinks Skipping exercise Not doing the fun things you're passionate about Feeling depressed or doubtful of your abilities Complete overwhelm Feeling like you're failing at everything Episodes: Tips for finding better work life balance - 6/27/2019 To support the show: Online Store (you can get 15% off using code CAREERTALKPOD15): careertalkswag.com Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis You’re awesome!! Go be your amazing self today!!!