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Business impact on personal life - life coaching
When we are encouraged to start a business, many emotions come into play. We begin to consider aspects related to finances, the market and our ability to face the challenges ahead. However, there is one factor that is not often considered until it is time to deal with it: the impact our business will have on our personal lives. Those with previous experience building businesses will be better able to predict what will happen, but first-time entrepreneurs often suffer the greatest consequences of poor preparation.
In this guide we will address some key points about the impact that starting a new business can have on your personal life. We will focus on three main aspects that you should consider in advance.
The difference between being your own boss and working for someone else, in terms of scheduling, is that there will no longer be a defined work schedule. At first, this may seem positive, but in a few weeks it can work against you if you don't have the necessary discipline. Most first-time business starters face the challenge of pushing themselves. There will no longer be a boss to clock in and out, so your productivity will depend on your ability to regulate and discipline yourself.
It is common that, at the beginning, things like working on weekends, in unconventional schedules, at night or in the early hours of the morning may happen. Adjusting your work rhythm and achieving an adequate balance between work and rest takes time. You must understand that not working for someone else is not an excuse to work without schedules. Having a work schedule and respecting it is a sign of respect and discipline towards your business.
If you understand the basics of finance, you will know that not everything you earn from your business is your salary. Managing the numbers skillfully or having people trained in this area will be fundamental to generate a cash flow that allows you to take your share without affecting the growth of the business. Every business, no matter how small, requires constant investment. You must project into the future and be consistent with that projection. Your salary, at the beginning, should be the smallest you can afford, so that your new business has the necessary capital to grow.
As your business begins to grow, you will need to hire employees. Interviewing or relying on strangers to handle responsibilities can be stressful. That's why many entrepreneurs choose to hire family members to fill the new jobs that are created.
This is not as simple as saying it is good or bad. Having family members in your business can be positive if they are qualified to fill the positions. The problem arises when, because you want to help a family member, you end up hiring someone who is not prepared or is not the ideal candidate. In addition, working relationships can be affected by family ties. The recommendation is to carefully evaluate before hiring a family member, always marking the differences between work and personal life.
