[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner el_class=”container”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]If you\u2019re a small business owner, you might find that the Christmas holidays don\u2019t feel any different from your usual day-to-day. It\u2019ll feel like you have a tonne of things to catch up on, or some plans and strategies you want to implement before next year. But the reality is that if you don\u2019t give yourself a break, you\u2019ll end up starting the new year just as frazzled and stressed as ever. To help you unplug from your business these holidays, try out these handy tips.<\/p>\n

Plan ahead<\/strong><\/p>\n

To give yourself a proper break without needing to worry about running your business, it\u2019s important to plan ahead. If your business is one that typically gets busy during the holiday period, get a team together to help manage things while you\u2019re away, and delegate the bigger tasks to a manager you trust. If there\u2019s a week or two where things tend to slow down, take advantage and plan for your break to be around that time.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t go cold turkey<\/strong><\/p>\n

We get it, switching off from your business completely can sometimes be more stressful than relaxing. It\u2019s important to find what works for you – you could set one hour a day to check your emails or work on your business plans. As long as you have some boundaries in place, you\u2019ll feel as though you\u2019re on top of things and can relax a bit easier. The key here is finding a balance between taking a break and running your business.<\/p>\n

Communicate clearly<\/strong><\/p>\n

To make it clear that you\u2019ll be away, it\u2019s important to communicate with your customers and your team if you have one. Having an out of office email reply is great, but you\u2019ll likely need to let people know in advance, that way, they can order what they need to before you shut up shop. If people are messaging you during your break, you can set up automatic replies that let them know you\u2019re out of action or have limited access to emails.<\/p>\n

Be present<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sometimes taking a break from your business is easier when you\u2019re focusing on each moment as it comes. If you\u2019re with family, be with your family and enjoy their presence – try not to let your mind wander to what\u2019s going on in your business. Try to engage in some activities that require your full attention, like reading a book or playing a game of backyard cricket. Whatever helps you engage in the now and switch off from your business will be beneficial.<\/p>\n

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