I wrote this guest post for Chic Entrepreneur — a great resource (by another great Elizabeth ;o) for women looking to start a business. Although having a flexible schedule can seem like a dream, it can soon turn into a nightmare! That’s why as a time coach and trainer, I help people take back control of their time and then channel it toward their personal and professional goals. Here’s how to time block your schedule to stay focused and motivated: Decide on Start and Stop Times: Not only will setting your hours keep you from feeling guilty, but also it will keep you focused when you are working because you have established a time when you are free to...
Read MoreIf you’re a home based business owner struggling with guilt, overwhelm, and frustration, check out my recent Webinar on finding peace, focus, and moving forward: MyEntre.Net Webinar description. Click on the link at the bottom of the page or click here to go directly to the Webinar. Elizabeth Grace Saunders is a key note speaker, trainer, and does phone and e-mail coaching on time management for work/life brilliance™ through her exclusive Schedule Makeover™ process. Inc magazine, NBC, and The Chicago Tribune are just a few of the places where Elizabeth has appeared, and she’s happy to offer you tips on savvy scheduling and time management for work/life...
Read MoreI’m really excited about sharing my passion for time management for work/life balance in a couple of Fun, Free ways this September. Please join me and invite your friends. Promise it will be worth your time! FREE Real Life E® Teleseminar: “Freeing Yourself From Guilt: Respecting Your Capacity” Understanding the psychology behind your habits of overcommitment and your feelings of overwhelm can help you regain control of your life and achieve balance–without guilt. Join me for this 30-minute teleseminar, which will end with me answering questions e-mailed to me by Sunday, September 6: Tuesday, September 8, 1 p.m. CT Coaching clients will receive...
Read MoreI focus on time management coaching but my clients naturally end up asking me about other topics related to their business and life. One question that recently came my way from a client who decided to pursue full-time entrepreneurship was: “How did you feel making the first steps into self employment? Were you nervous?” I loved this question because it reminded me of the importance of authenticity in sharing about our experiences and supporting one another. Here was my response: “So glad you shared your heart and I’m so happy to share mine back with you— The answer is, Yes! I felt incredibly nervous when I quit my job without a clear idea...
Read MoreAlways in the car, on the phone, or in a meeting, sales people compete with entrepreneurs on who has the highest level of work/life imbalance. Because they typically have flexible schedules, infinite to-do lists, and performance-based incentives, their work can easily consume their lives physically, mentally, and emotionally. (Ever wake up dreaming about your CRM tool?!) If you’re in sales, you may wonder, “Is it possible to be in sales and still have a life?” Fortunately, the answer is, “Yes!” As a full-time entrepreneur for almost four years and a time coach to both entrepreneurs and employees, I’ve found these strategies can help you overcome overwhelm...
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