Ready to stop chasing the ever-elusive work-life balance? So were the hosts of Building Success Habits. In this episode, Donna Kunde and Londina Cruz break down why “balance” misses the mark for business owners—and how real success comes from something much better: harmony.

It’s easy to get caught up checking items off a never-ending to-do list while missing the bigger picture of what actually matters. Without intention, you risk building a business—and a life—that doesn’t feel right.

Discover how chasing “balance” can actually pull you further from your goals and what you can do to shift into a state where work and life truly work together.

What You Need to Know

• “Work-life balance” is a myth that often leaves entrepreneurs feeling frustrated and unfulfilled.
• Harmony, not balance, is the key to running a business and living a life in alignment with your values and goals.
• Getting lost in busywork leads to imbalance and a feeling of being pulled in a thousand directions.
• A vision-driven approach aligns your daily actions with what truly matters, keeping you centered and moving forward.

What You Need to Do

• Revisit your goals and create a clear vision for your life and business. Everything you add to your to-do list should move you closer to that vision.
• Prioritize your list. Don’t just carry tasks forward—if it wasn’t urgent today, ask yourself if it matters tomorrow.
• Schedule in blocks, not endless lists, and give yourself permission to pause: add breaks and quality time with loved ones (or even your dog) into your agenda.
• Own your calendar. Regularly review your tasks and weed out anything that doesn’t serve your larger purpose.
• Live out your values. Make time to refresh and reset, not only for productivity, but to ensure your life feels as good as your business looks.

Your Next Step

Take a moment today to review your calendar and to-do list. Does each item move you towards your vision?

Scrap one thing that doesn’t, and instead, build in ten minutes to recharge or enjoy something meaningful. Embrace the shift from balance to harmony, and watch how much more purposeful your days can feel.

00:00 Introduction

01:29 Achieving Harmony in Life and Business

02:05 Goal Achievement and Vision

04:25 Prioritizing Tasks and Avoiding Busy Work

05:55 Importance of Quality Time

07:41 Living by Your Values

08:25 Scheduling Downtime and Refreshing

09:41 Owning Your Calendar

11:08 Final Thoughts on Harmony and Productivity