24 hours in a day, 168 hours in a week. Junior investment bankers regularly work 80-90 hours a week. Many other high profile professions require the same level of commitment. Often those on the outside claim that working 80-90 hours a week is bad/wrong/terrible/silly/etc but we’ve spoken with so many folks who say working that much has been the best decision of their life – it allowed them to develop a deep and strong skill set far faster than would have been possible otherwise. In other words, by working 2x the hours, they were able to generate 5x or more the rewards. And depending on where you are in your career, investing heavily in your skills and competence can pay dividends for a long time.

Tempestt Harris | Director & Executive Producer

Balance has definitely changed over time. My family has grown I’ve decided to focus more on spending time with them. I cut out a lot of social events and focused more on self care in my free time. Work has become easier to handle and less stressful. The balance is prioritized by most and least important. God and my family are always top priority. Read more>>

Eboni Joi | Cleaning Business Owner & Acting Coach

Work-life balance is important for people to maintain their physical and mental well-being. As an entrepreneur, this is a skill much needed and takes time and practice. I’m still working on this skill as it gets better and better but It’s essential to prioritize and balance work responsibilities with personal activities to avoid burnout and maintain a healthy lifestyle. People should create realistic schedules that allow them to excel at work and still have time for their personal lives. Unplugging from work and spending quality time with family and friends can help maintain a healthy work-life balance and is much needed for mental well-being. Read more>>

Mel Washington | Singer/Songwriter/Producer & Entrepreneur

I used to work all of the time. With very little reward, I might add. But I believed in hustling. In paying my dues. As I’ve gotten older, I realize that I have let so much time pass me by without taking time to stop and smell the roses. A very amazing person entered my life just over 5 years ago and really helped me put things in perspective. I’m reminded of the question Jesus asked, “What does it profit a man to gain the whole world and lose his soul?” Read more>>

Jacquelyn Tugwell and Elizabeth White | sisters, owners and designers at Twine & Twig

Elizabeth and I have now been in business for over a decade. For at least the first 5 years we had our hand in everything, which meant round the clock hours, ups and downs, hard lessons learned and periods of burn out. It took coaching, wise words, podcast and other valuable opinions for us to slowly step back and let others help more and more. Read more>>

Charlotte Howard Collins | Female Business Success Coach

As a wife, mother, and entrepreneur, finding the right balance between my personal and professional life has been a challenging journey. When I first started my business, I struggled to juggle its demands with my responsibilities at home. However, over time, I have learned the importance of setting boundaries, prioritizing my tasks, and taking time for self-care. Today, I’m proud to say that I’ve managed to achieve a better balance, one that allows me to pursue my passion while still being present for my family.  Read more>>

Rachel Glibbery | Yoga Teacher & Educator

Before focusing on yoga, I was a public school teacher. My work-life balance was essentially non-existent, and I finally reached a breaking point. The demands of being a teacher consumed my time and energy and finding a balance was a constant struggle. I’d come home at the end of the day completely drained with nothing left to give my family. Read more>>

Laquinta & Laquetta Magwood | Serial Entrepreneurs

Balancing Work and Life as a New Entrepreneur
Achieving the perfect work-life balance is a common goal for many of us, but it can be particularly challenging for new entrepreneurs. Even after being in business for three years, it can be difficult to find the right balance. The beauty salon and studio industry, in particular, can be unpredictable at times, which adds to the challenge. Read more>>

Colden Blades | Entrepreneur

I don’t believe in work/life balance. The way I see it, a “balanced” life is a life absent of priorities. Rather than focusing energy on finding “balance” I operate in extremes. I either commit to something or I don’t. Additionally, I don’t see the benefit in pursuing that which is never truly attainable. Read more>>

Rebecca Powell | Watercolor Artist

What is work life balance? I feel this trendy term for finding balance between the hustle and the rest of your life was created by a generation of burnt out individuals grasping at an ideal version of life seen on Pinterest boards. When you are trying to gain balance you find yourself slipping towards one edge of the balance beam or the other. And I say this as one of those burnt out individuals complaining about a lack of work life balance. Read more>>

Rosa Sonshine | Spanish interpreter

I discovered a new passion since I move to SC. I became an interpreter after advocating in the school district for Spanish speaking parents that needed representation. I been having a great time doing it and a great work/life balance. This gives me the freedom to choose when I work or not;besides my Mondays and Tuesdays that I’m committed to work for the ED at Prisma health. Read more>>