Work-life balance has always been important to me. I never wanted to work 70 hours and 7 days a week. I avoided big law firms because they require lots of hours.
My first tip for achieving your work-life balance goals is to put your important things on your calendar. Whether it be working out, projects, walks with family, swimming in the pool, or catching up on emails, block it off. If you don't, you won't get to it.
Realize that time is our most critical and scarce resource. When a minute is gone, you'll never get it back.
Focus on what is important to you. Remember, people are driven to succeed and create visions. You pour yourself into work and success but don't forget about 'life.' Make sure that you're making time for your spouse, friends, kids, and more. It's essential that you don't forget about them during your busy life.
I try to think about it like this. If I were to lose someone close to me, I would not feel good if I prioritized other times (like work) over them.
Think about what you want your tombstone to say. Do you want it to say 'He billed a lot of hours' or 'Wonderful son, friend, husband, compassionate, and a good listener'?
