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Work/Life Balance. What does that look like?
I searched the forums and didn't find a good conversation regarding the work/life balance topic (link if you know of one). I found a great topic started by bedellmgmt a while ago about how he had to let go of his hobbies and the pursuit to get some back. How do you maintain a healthy balance in your life beyond work? Do you dive headfirst into your business and try to connect with family whenever you can? If this sounds familiar, how does your family feel about it—do they understand and support you? And perhaps the more profound question is this: Do you believe your company thrives because it takes priority, or do you think its success comes from achieving that work-life harmony? Many of us grapple with these dilemmas. I’ve experienced both sides myself. For me, one of my most important values has always been to provide for my family. Over 20 years ago, that meant putting in long hours—sometimes up to 100 a week—to achieve success. Unfortunately, it also meant missing out on precious moments with my kids, family, and friends. While I built a business that supports us financially, I often found myself thinking, "Why doesn't anyone seem to recognize the effort I'm putting in?" This focus on work led to some tensions at home because I was so absorbed in my career. They wanted me, and I was confused because I thought that was what I was giving them. Have you ever experienced that? And if you did, how did you overcome it?Working with spouse? What do you do if the company was MINE before is was OURS
Fortunately my wife doesn't check this board haha I'm curious how people manage working with your spouse. I made this company before I met my wife and she started helping a few years ago before we got married because she was unemployed and I could use the help. I started her on payroll, then she started doing some more of the day to day stuff. Thankfully she does not have the same entrepreneurial drive I have but it makes it hard giving her deliverables, things we need done that would be done by the person doing her job. For those of you who work with your spouse, have you found yourself in this position? Obviously talking about it with them is the answer but how have you approached it?What’s a non-negotiable work/life boundary you have?
What’s a work/life boundary you’ll never compromise on? And how has it helped running your business? In this episode of Masters of Home Service, WiringByron and KellyUGuerrero get into: Why working late is usually a systems problem, not a time problem Letting go of the need to always be available and learning to delegate Small boundary changes that actually protect your health and time Never miss an episode of Masters of Home Service. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
What if something happens to me - the owner?
I started 2026 off with a bang and I slipped and fell on the stairs. Hit my bum - kicker I did this exact thing exactly 5 years ago. It made me think - what if something happens to me and I can't work? I am lucky as I have a great team supporting me and they can do the work - work itself. But, what happens to what I have built and still building - my company, my legacy? Do you have everything in place? Insurances, wills etc?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!
Our journey rebuilding our landscaping business in Texas
Hello everyone, my name is Ana and together with my family we run Amazing Gardens Landscaping in Texas. We started from zero after moving from Florida due to difficult circumstances, and we have been working hard to rebuild our business step by step. As parents of two young daughters, our goal is to create stability, grow our company, and provide a better future for our family. Through our landscaping services, we help homeowners maintain safe, clean, and beautiful outdoor spaces. We take pride in delivering reliable and high-quality work that our customers can trust. This journey hasn’t been easy, but it has made us stronger and more determined than ever. Everything we do is for our two daughters and the future we are building for them. We are grateful to be part of this community and to learn from other hardworking business owners.
