By far the most common conversation we have with the folks we interview is about work-life balance. Starting a business or pursuing a creative career makes finding work life balance really tough because there is no clear start and end to one’s work day. We’ve shared some of our conversations on the topic below.

Brian Rich

When I bought my dental practice in September 2021, it was like stepping into three full-time jobs overnight. First, I was the business owner—paying bills, ordering supplies, and keeping employees happy. Second, I was the sole dentist, juggling hygiene exams, new patient consults, and every dental procedure our patients needed. Read More>>

Dr. Orisha Bowers

In the past, I used to think of work-life balance in terms of evenly dividing the hours of the day. However, I have learned that there are many nuances that impact striking this balance. Some things are within my control, and some things are outside of my control. I can consider those priorities according to the project itself, what’s happening in my life, and how I am feeling about the two. Read More>>

Ne’yanna Williamson

My work life balance would be unrecognizable to the woman I was in 2020 or 2021. When I first started my business I wore all of the hats. Most people think running a salon only consists of doing the clients hair then going home. Read More>>