Work-Life Balance


Recent Work-Life Balance Articles

The Scarlet Letter of Dating Is 'E' (as in Entrepreneur)

Why do so many female entrepreneurs find it hard to get a date?  Read more

The True Test of a Business

Do you want to build a business or a job? Many entrepreneurs don't understand the difference.  Read more

4 Ways That Employees Manipulate Bosses

Use these tactics to thwart four common dirty tricks that employees play on their bosses.  Read more

3 Things the 'Harlem Shake' Reveals About the Workplace

Sure, it's a ridiculous meme. But pay attention: Buried in those YouTube clips are some truths about why company culture is so important.  Read more

11 Life-Changing Questions You Must Ask Yourself

Ask yourself these questions every day. Without fail. And then, based on your answers, take action.  Read more

The Epidemic Entrepreneurs Should Fear

The flu outbreak made me pause and consider another powerful contagion.  Read more

How to be "Mr. Hustle" and Have a Life, Too 

The wine and social-media entrepreneur on being everywhere at once, most especially at home with his family.  Watch video

Can't Focus at Work? Your Diet May Be to Blame

Three simple tips to boost your energy at the office  Read more

What Working From Home Really Means

Does your little home office make you feel like a small fish? Here's what the big fish think of you.  Read more

8 Ways Happy People Are Different From Everyone Else

Want to be happier? Steal a page from the perennial optimist's playbook.  Read more

Entrepreneurs Have Better Sex

I admit, my evidence is purely anecdotal. But I think you'll agree with me here: There are certain commonalities between making money and making love.  Read more

5 Ways Getting Married Helped My Business

In writing his vows to his future wife, this CEO learned he ought to make similar promises to his employees.  Read more

4 Ways to Be a Force for Good in the World

You're in a position to do more good than you think, starting right inside your own company.  Read more

Productivity Tip: Crank That Music!

Start-up mode can be a lonely time for driven entrepreneurs. Music can be a perfect companion to keep you energized. Here's the case for keeping some "flava'...  Read more

Give Yourself Permission Not to Be Crazy Busy in 2013

Think there's no way you can limit yourself to a standard 40-hour workweek? The author of a new book says she can show you how.  Read more

Super Charge Your Energy at Work: 10 Ways

Feeling tired at work? Forget the triple shot latte and try these 10 tips instead. You'll be raring to go!  Read more

How to Take a Guilt-Free Holiday Break

Stressed about balancing holiday festivities and your responsibilities as a business-owner? Here are tips to beat your anxiety.  Read more

Stop Avoiding Tough Conversations: 3 Ways

Conflict may feel uncomfortable, but it's also costly to avoid. Putting off a tough conversation? Consider these strategies to get back on track.  Read more

The Introvert Entrepreneur's Holiday Survival Guide

The party-mania this time of year can be difficult for introverts. Here's how to make the most of the networking opportunities while keeping your sanity intact.  Read more

Handle Change Like a Yoga Master

Change is inevitable. Some choose to battle it unnecessarily. Here are five tips sure to help you embrace change with serenity.  Read more

The Choice You Shouldn't Force Employees to Make

You want dedicated workers--all business owners do. But workaholics? Here's why you don't want to encourage those.  Read more

End of the World Skeptics: 15 Ways to Prepare

Some predict the world will end December 21, 2012. Not a believer? You can still get some important stuff done that will be beneficial if you survive.  Read more

Sad? Step Away From That Balance Sheet

When you're feeling blue is definitely not the time to make financial decisions about your business, says a new study.  Read more

Making Life Pay on Your Terms 

Living life on your terms brings a great deal of happiness. Here Bright Pink founder Lindsay Avner talks benefits of being her own leader.  Watch video

5 Reasons Why You Need a Shrink

The start-up life is lonely and stressful. Without solid emotional support, your new venture might be dead in the water.  Read more

How to Be Happier Today

Well being is better achieved with small, defined actions rather than grand goals, new research out of Stanford and Harvard Business School finds.  Read more

Do More by Working Less

Do you really believe that neglecting yourself and living in overdrive will build your business faster? Time to debunk that myth.  Read more

Find Your Purpose & Find Success 

Bright Pink founder Lindsay Avner found meaning in her work. Here's how.  Watch video

12 Ways to Unwind During the Busy Holiday Season

For start-ups, especially in the retail space, now is the time to ramp-up sales--not to relax. But that doesn't mean your team can't find time for a little h...  Read more

10 Unexpected Reasons to Give Thanks

Forget the turkey. This Thanksgiving, be thankful for a few things you might not consider blessings--but should.  Read more

How I Got My Office to Lose Weight

Let's face it: A healthy company is a productive company. And mine needed a boost. Here's how I created a friendly competition to get everyone thinking about...  Read more

The Cost of Being an Entrepreneur 

Bright Pink founder Lindsay Avner says she's constantly living with her business.  Watch video

3 Best Ways to Say No

Struggling with productivity and time management? Try these guidelines to improve your focus simply by saying no.  Read more

Stop Burning Out Your Employees

A new study finds that the live-fast, die-young model of overworking employees doesn't pay off--even in the short term. Try these alternative ways to motivat...  Read more

Another Working Vacation? 

Bright Pink founder Lindsay Avner has the urge to work after a few days off, but she insists she should learn to relax.  Watch video