201: A Framework for Improving Work-Life Balance

201: A Framework for Improving Work-Life Balance

Author: Jake Jorgovan July 26, 2021 Duration: 15:22

Work-life balance is crucial for the sustainability of any entrepreneur. 

Most of us have some method, activity, or way to find this balance, but sometimes this balance can only be found through the prioritization of your tasks at hand.

In this episode of the Working Without Pants Podcast, I share an effective framework of prioritization I have been using to find more work-life balance.

The framework is quite simple. You start by organizing your work tasks and projects into three categories: 1) needs, 2) shoulds, 3) wants.

Needs are those tasks that absolutely need to get done in order for your business to continue functioning without anything negative happening.

Shoulds are those tasks that don't need to get done immediately but should get done in the near future to help grow your business.

Finally, wants are those things that could potentially help your business, but there's really no downside to not doing them.

If you're in need of a recharge, simply focus on your needs for a week and then see where you're at. You would be surprised how freeing it can be to prioritize your work in this way. 

Want to work with me as an advisor? Visit jake-jorgovan.com/coaching.


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For anyone running a creative agency or building a consulting practice, the daily hustle involves far more than just doing great work-it's about building a sustainable business on your own terms. Working Without Pants-Creative Entrepreneurship digs into that reality with host Jake Jorgovan. Instead of abstract theory, this podcast focuses on the tangible strategies and conversations that actually lead to landing better clients and more fulfilling projects. Jorgovan sits down with practitioners who have been in the trenches, people like Brennan Dunn, Brent Weaver, Kai Davis, and Blair Enns, to dissect what works now. You'll hear specific stories about pricing, positioning, sales conversations, and the operational shifts that allow a solo practitioner or small team to thrive without burning out. The discussions are grounded in the intersecting worlds of arts, business, and design, recognizing that creative entrepreneurship requires a unique blend of vision and commercial savvy. Tune in for a candid exchange of ideas that feels more like a mastermind session than a formal interview, all aimed at helping you refine your offer and reclaim your time. This is a resource for those ready to move beyond just being busy and build a business that truly works.
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