Keep’ Yo’ Boss Fire Burning by Alexie Young

What is “boss fire”? It may be passion, intention, and purpose that activated your business, but how do you keep the spark going when you feel stressed? Sometimes you lose stamina because your business is actually thriving and you may find yourself overwhelmed with the responsibilities of success- meetings, press obligations, due dates. Can’t we just send our clones? Sorry sis, not yet. There is only one you! Preserve yo’self! For now, check out these 4 tips to help keep your “boss fire” burning. Your self care regimen requires more than a spa day.

Tip #1 Classify Your Contact
The mistake we often make is believing that every single conversation with every person who wants to meet with you is extremely important. While this may be true, there are levels. Remember to classify your contact with people. If someone wants to share ideas or pick your brain, that should be classified as a phone call, If there is true potential for a collaboration, classify that as a face to face meeting. We simply don't have the time to sit with everyone for lunch. Assess if the travel time is worth it.

Tip #2 Outsource Often
Some of us bossy babes like to take the wheel and be in control. How else will it get done right? Honey, the stress isn’t always worth it. Use your network to get things done efficiently. If you’re having an event pay some teenagers to set up for you. If you need a wall painted, call a business that may want you to promote them on your platform. Get free graphic design work from a college student.

Tip #3 Woo-saw and Woo Yourself
Never ever underestimate stress. It can high-jack you mentally and physically. When you neglect yourself in that way, you are risking your livelihood. Make time to takes naps. Sleep actually repairs the body and reboots the mind. Eat more nutrients by adding fruits, veggies, and herbs to your diet. Enjoy desert by the candle light. Use dance as a form of cardio. Make time to do one of your favorite things. Smile every time you get a chance to sit still girl, then get back to work! Create a balance.

Tip #4 The Power of Self-Talk
This is a dope strategy for reciting affirmations Write a list of affirmations beginning with “I am”. Using the voice recorder on your phone to record yourself will give you the option to leave enough space to repeat after yourself. You can listen to this while driving, bathing, or cleaning. How often do you hear yourself say good things about yourself. Also, considering talking yourself into doing something exciting with your business like a really fun photo shoot. Pump yourself up when you wake up in the morning.

There are so many additional habits we all have that help counter the stress of moving mountains. Having a business means that you are constantly strategizing because that that “boss fIre” is burning hot; but have you taken the time to be proud of yourself/ You’ve probably gone months without taking a guilt free nap. You deserve it! Share your self-care and efficiency tips with us.

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