Tips for Tough Times in Business and Life | 099

Jon shares practical advice on how to manage when life throws unexpected challenges your way. He discusses the importance of prioritising essential tasks, surrounding yourself with positive people, celebrating small wins, and the value of taking a break when needed. Throughout the episode, Jon draws on his recent personal experiences and offers tips on how to maintain balance and well-being during difficult times. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting out, these insights will help you navigate tough seasons and continue to find success and fulfilment in your architecture business.Episode Highlights00:00 Introduction00:43 Personal Challenges and Coping Strategies01:27 Pause Non-Essentials02:57 Low-Energy Tasks04:18 Spending Time with Lifter Uppers05:51 Finding the Good Stuff06:40 Celebrate Small Wins07:46 Taking Time Off08:33 Be Kind to Yourself09:29 Conclusion and Next Episode TeaserKey TakeawaysPrioritise Essentials and Allow Yourself to PauseWhen facing tough times, focus on what is truly essential in your business and life. It is perfectly acceptable to pause or drop non-essential tasks, lightening your load until you feel ready to pick them up again.Seek Support and Celebrate Small WinsSpend time with supportive people - your “lifter uppers” - who can help boost your spirits. Also, remember to celebrate your achievements, no matter how small, as these moments of progress are important for maintaining motivation.Be Kind to Yourself and Take Breaks When NeededPractise self-compassion and look after your own wellbeing. If you need to take time off, do so without guilt. Tough seasons don’t last forever, and it’s important to take care of yourself to get through them.Curious about podcasting? Click here to book a chat with Jon 🎧Want to meet people like you? Click here to join our community 🤝Follow or Connect with Jon on LinkedIn 🤝👇 And if you enjoyed this episode…Please leave a 5-star review or rating wherever you listen to podcasts, and don’t forget to hit the subscribe button so you never miss an episode.Next EpisodeNext time, it’s our 100th episode - so I’ve put together something special, with a little help from some friends of the show.

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