In our last post, I wrote about some strategies to help parent entrepreneurs (Parentpreneurs) go from feeling overwhelmed and chaotic to calm and collected. One of the most important tactics mentioned was creating an effective schedule and sticking to it. Time management is crucial for balancing parental and work duties.
If you're a parent juggling business ownership, check out these time management tips to help you stay organised and make the most of your day...
Use Productivity Methods Like Time Blocking
Time blocking is when you divide your day into set blocks of time devoted to specific tasks. Block out chunks for work, family time, self-care, etc. This creates structure and ensures everything gets done.
Take Advantage of Flexible Scheduling
A benefit of being a business owner and parent is flexibility. Adjust your schedule as needed to accommodate your family's needs. Work during naptime or after bedtime or wrap up early for school pick-up.
Set Office Hours
While flexibility is great, boundaries are also important. Set specific office hours for work time versus family time. Communicate these with clients and train them to respect your schedule.
Use Apps to Optimise Productivity
Apps like Trello, Asana, and Any.do help you manage tasks and track your time. Enable notifications so you don't lose focus on important projects.
Assign Duties to Older Kids
Get kids involved in age-appropriate chores like keeping their rooms tidy, doing dishes, caring for pets, or meal prep. This lightens your load while teaching responsibility.
Take Advantage of Quiet Times
Use naptime or early mornings without distractions to tackle important business tasks requiring deep focus. Save admin work like returning emails for when kids are awake.
Automate What You Can
Look for ways to automate tasks like billing, social media scheduling, website updates, etc. This frees up time and reduces administrative tasks.
Delegate, Outsource, and Collaborate
Don't go it alone. Get help from family, virtual assistants, freelancers, and other Parentpreneurs.
With some planning and discipline, you can effectively manage your time as a parent entrepreneur.
What other time management strategies do you find helpful? or, What totally overwhelms you?
Go comment below and let's get the conversation started! You've so got this!