146 | How I take a month off from my business and you can do the same
Taking time off when you run a business, is not easy. This is something I've struggled with in the past, and still do, but this year I am planning to take the whole of August off from my business.
I did this last year, and want this to be something I do every year, but practically, mentally, emotionally it does have its challenges. So I wanted to share a bit of what I've learnt and a few tips to help you schedule time off in your business!
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