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099: How to Take a Break from Work: Why Rest Actually Improves Your Business


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When was the last time you took a real break from work—like nothing for business, zero work for six whole days? Learning how to take a break from work isn't about losing money or sacrificing growth, it's about protecting your capacity to provide for your family and build your business. This episode shares why rest actually improves your creativity, clarity, relationships, and decision-making.

Henry Ford discovered that shortening the work week to 40 hours increased productivity (not decreased it). Winston Churchill took strategic naps during World War II to have more clarity in his decision making. Rest is essential for better business performance.

  • Why learning how to take a break from work improves problem-solving, creativity, and reduces decision fatigue
  • 9 scientific benefits of taking a weekly rest day from work
  • How to take a break from work one day a week (or start with 4 hours and build up)
  • 5 Practical tips to take a break as a busy mom or dad
  • Why rested brains make better decisions and rested hearts show up better for family and customers

Ready to protect your rest time? Start small this week—even 4 hours counts as learning how to take a break from work!

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REST - Take a 1 day break from work every week. You deserve it and you'll have more clarity in your business.


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FamilyEbiz PodcastBy Kerry Beck