By far the most common conversation we have with the folks we interview is about work-life balance. Starting a business or pursuing a creative career makes finding work life balance really tough because there is no clear start and end to one’s work day. We’ve shared some of our conversations on the topic below.

Aitor Lajarin-Encina | Artist, Professor, Organizer

I don’t want to miss any of the aspects of life that bring me joy. I love the work I do, making art, teaching, and curating, but I know in my last days, I won’t regret having not made two or twenty more paintings. Hanging and spending quality time with my family and friends, working out, playing soccer, playing music, reading, watching films, and cooking are crucial activities that make me happy, and I make sure there is room for them in my schedule. Let’s not forget also about taking a good siesta when it seems necessary. Ultimately, I am from Spain! Read more>>

Marina Soicher | Online Business Mentor

The entire reason for starting my online business is this concept of balance. I always knew I wanted to be a present mama one day while also providing financially for my family & being fulfilled in my work. In 2019, I was pinching pennies and industry hopping from wedding planning, to fitness coaching, to insurance. I had zero work life balance as I searched for the answer to my dream life. Read more>>

Jon Combs | Cinematographer & Head of Production – Honest Films

I prioritize my family over production and I think that’s naturally shifted as my family has grown. If I can’t be a present father and husband, then I’m doing it wrong. That focus for me has really shifted in the last 5 years with the birth of our first daughter – that certainly brought perspective on what’s important. Read more>>

Zackary Penn | Traveller and working to be a full time content creator.

When I was younger I always wanted to become extremely rich and successful and I thought that would bring me happiness. It ended up bringing me misery and sadness. I remember the First time I went on a vacation. I went to Hawaii With one of my friends and we explored mountains, waterfalls, and the beautiful beaches. I fell in love with nature and I knew that working my life away in the corporate world was not worth it. We has humans don’t have a long life span and so on that trip I decided to start working to live instead of living to work. I started to work on my instagram and Youtube channel to try and be a full time content creator. I am not there yet but I do have 7k on instagram and I am excited to bring my Content to Life in Colorado. Read more>>