Favorite Parts Of Working In The Fitness Industry As A Gym Owner
Lauren's biggest challenge as a 12-year gym owner is achieving work-life balance, a struggle stemming from a history of prioritizing "giving a lot to [the] job." This success, however, necessitates conscious effort to cultivate personal well-being through hobbies and relationships, ensuring a healthier "50/50" balance instead of a previous "90/10" imbalance.
Work-Life Balance, Entrepreneurship, Business Ownership, Self-Care, Time Management
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Lauren Wright
Gym Owner
Tricks Sacramento LLC
Sacramento State University
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Ethnic & Related Studies
Education, Sports & Fitness
Operations and Project Management
Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. Finding a work-life balance as a business owner requires conscious effort and mindfulness, and it's a common challenge for many professionals.
2. Prioritizing self-care, nurturing personal relationships, and pursuing hobbies are essential for preventing burnout and maintaining a healthy work-life integration.
3. Success in a demanding career often involves significant time and effort, but it's crucial to avoid letting work define one's entire identity and ensure a fulfilling life outside of professional responsibilities.
Transcript
What's your biggest challenge in your current role?
I think it's about finding balance, specifically work-life balance. I tend to give a lot to my job, and I've been at my current job for 12 years.
In many ways, giving so much has set me up for success and helped me reach my current position. However, I also realize that sometimes I give too much and, in the past, I've sacrificed personal things for my work.
I think this is common for people around my age, in their twenties and thirties. You put so much time and effort, that hustle, into your work. While it's important, you want to ensure that after the workday is done, you have wonderful things you enjoy outside of it.
For me, I've had to be very mindful of taking care of myself. This includes being active outside of work, dedicating time to my relationships, and developing hobbies. I don't want my entire identity to revolve around my job.
Of course, as a business owner, my work is a huge part of my life. But again, it's about balance and making sure that work-life balance is more 50/50 than 90/10. That's something I believe is really important.
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