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.

Sam Heyer

Work-life balance has definitely evolved for me over the years—especially as my business has grown and my personal life has shifted. In the early seasons of building my real estate career, I poured myself into the work around the clock. Like many entrepreneurs, I felt like I had to be available 24/7 to succeed, and in some ways, that hustle did help build the foundation. But over time, I realized that sustainability matters just as much as drive—and that I can show up better for my clients when I also make space to show up for myself. Read More>>

Ashley Leland

My work/life balance has changed over time depending on how many things God has called me to do. In my life, I don’t want to just check a box, I want to make sure that I do my best and give all of me with everything I am entrusted with. Before kids, time seemed limitless and I juggled different hobbies, careers, activities- all when I wanted to complete them. Now after having children, I have learned that time is not my own- it is wholeheartedly the Lord’s. Read More>>

Christy Lea Payne

I think balance is a moving target. Sometimes you are in the flow and others it is pure chaos. Since I have been striving to be balanced for 22 years within my business, I am learning to enjoy the times in the flow. Read More>>