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What is one boundary you’ve set in business that’s drastically improved your quality of life?
Over the years I’ve learned boundaries are the most important thing as a business owner. I used to check my work email the second I opened my eyes, I’ve worked till midnight sometimes, I’ve given up my weekends. I’m curious to hear what others have done!Balancing the Hustle: How do you separate business from family time?
Hey everyone, We talk a lot about optimizing our routes and managing our workflows, but I wanted to drop a question into the Life & Family section about a different kind of balance. When you’re running a home service business, the work doesn't always stay at the job site. Phone calls, scheduling, and bookkeeping have a way of bleeding into dinner time and weekends. I’m curious to know how you all handle the boundary between the hustle and home: Setting Boundaries: Do you have a hard cutoff time where the work phone goes on "Do Not Disturb," or do you find yourself answering client messages late into the night? Family Involvement: For those who run family businesses, how do you make sure your regular family time doesn't turn into just another business meeting? Unplugging: What's your biggest tip for mentally switching off "work mode" so you can be fully present with your spouse, kids, or pets at the end of the day? Running a business is a 24/7 mindset, but our time with family is what we're working so hard for in the first place. I’d love to hear how you keep those boundaries strong!How has giving back or getting involved in your local community impacted your business or your perspective as a business owner?
Hi everyone, One thing I’ve learned since starting Mowing With A Purpose Landscaping is that success isn’t measured only by revenue or the number of properties you service. For me, it’s about the impact you leave on the people around you. This year has been full of moments that reminded me why I started this business. We had the opportunity to provide free Father’s Day lawn services for four deserving dads, simply as a way to give back to men who spend so much of their lives serving their families. I’ve also had the privilege of supporting our local community by maintaining the grounds at an assisted living home, a preschool, and a middle school at affordable rates. Seeing residents enjoy a cleaner outdoor space, watching children smile through the classroom windows as we work, and hearing parents express their appreciation has been incredibly rewarding. After the recent storms, our team stepped in wherever we could to help neighbors clean up and get their properties back in shape. Sometimes serving your community means showing up when people need an extra hand the most. One of the greatest blessings has been involving my own children and nephews in the business. They aren’t just watching me mow lawns—they’re learning about responsibility, customer service, planning, professionalism, discipline, and the importance of keeping your word. Some of my favorite moments happen when curious kids ask questions about the equipment. If it’s safe to do so, I’ll let them sit on the zero-turn mower or help with a leaf blower under supervision. Hopefully those small experiences plant a seed that hard work can be rewarding and that owning a business is something they can aspire to one day. My customers have noticed that community involvement isn’t just something I talk about—it’s something I try to live out. I’ve found that when you genuinely serve people, relationships naturally grow, and those relationships often become the foundation of your business. I’d love to hear from others in this community. How has giving back or getting involved in your local community impacted your business or your perspective as a business owner? I truly believe we don’t just build businesses—we help build stronger communities. — Elisha Owner | Mowing With A Purpose Landscaping 🌱💚
When To Reprioritize Health and Fitness While Running a Growing Business?
Has anyone found it easier to prioritize your health at a certain stage of businesses? Studies show foretell between professional success and personal health and fitness. I think it's more complex than that but i wish I never stopped being healthy and fit. 5 years into businesses, $1-3M stage with wife and 3 kids ages 9 and Under. How do you do it?! Or just leap of faith and deal with work issues after? Looking at hiring a fitness coach to help me get back into shape but im scared to pull the tougher and let everything else in my life down.
