If work is taking over your life, read this

Hey Full Potential Zoners,

Woke up to this message from Jessica today after her no-cost private call with me yesterday to build her first digital product/business:

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I get messages like this every single day from people who are ready to change their lives:

▶️ Quit a job they hate and launch their own online business
▶️ Start a side hustle that actually works
▶️ Or finally earn more as a creator, coach, consultant, or solopreneur, etc.

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Let’s jump in…

Burnout doesn’t show up with a warning— it shows up when it’s already too late.

Most people don’t notice they’re off balance until they burnout.

The goal isn’t to get more done, but to build a life you don’t need to escape.

Today we are going to help leaders master this by using:

‘Find Your Work-Life Balance'.

Let’s dive in!

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Real-Life Fixes for a Healthier Work-Life Balance

1. You’re stuck in meetings all day and your real work is piling up

Scenario: You finish every day drained, but still behind on deadlines.

Block one "deep work" day each week.
Mark it as "Do Not Schedule" on your calendar.
Protect your mornings.
- Don't take meetings before 11am unless it's urgent.
Say this to your team:
- “I'm setting aside Wednesdays for deep work. I’ll be offline most of the day, but available in emergencies.”
Most people don’t lack time—they lack boundaries around their best time.

2. You’re replying to work messages late at night—and your sleep is suffering

Scenario: You wake up groggy and still feel behind.

Set a hard stop time.
- Example: No work texts or emails after 7pm.
Use this auto-reply:
- “Thanks for your message! I’ll respond first thing tomorrow morning.”
Make your phone boring. Delete work apps off your home screen at night.
Respecting your own off-hours teaches others to do the same.

3. You feel guilty saying no—even when you're already overwhelmed

Scenario: A coworker asks you to help with their project, and your gut says no—but you say yes anyway.

Pause before answering.
- Say: “Let me check what I’ve got on my plate today.”
Use this simple phrase:
- “I’d love to help, but I’m at capacity this week.”
Offer a boundary, not an apology.
- You’re not being difficult—you’re being responsible.
Saying no to one thing often means saying yes to your own well-being.

4. You have a skill outside of work—but it never fits into your schedule

Scenario: You’re great at something—like writing, design, cooking, or fitness—but there’s never time to actually do it.

Protect one small window each week.
- Even 30 minutes is enough to get momentum.
Treat it like a meeting.
- Block it on your calendar and don’t move it.
Start tiny.
- Don’t aim to write a book or build a course. Just jot down ideas or sketch one small part.
Work-life balance isn’t just about resting, it’s also about making space for what brings you back to life.

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You don’t need a fancy plan or a big audience to turn what you know into income.

You just need a clear way to start — and that’s exactly what this 6-step method is for.

Here are 3 short real-life scenarios to help you put this into action today:

1. You’re the “go-to” person at work or in your friend group for one specific thing

Scenario: Everyone always comes to you to help with job interviews, spreadsheets, meal prep, or editing videos.

Choose one thing people constantly thank you for.
Write down 3 questions people ask you most about it.
Use those as the base for a free checklist or guide.
Post a quick message on LinkedIn or Instagram:
- “I get asked about this all the time — would anyone want a simple guide or mini class on it?”
You’ll learn fast if people want more.

2. You’ve tried to create content before… but you didn’t finish or launch

Scenario: You’ve got a folder of half-done lessons or course outlines collecting dust.

Instead of trying to launch a full course, record just one lesson — even on your phone.
Upload it to Google Drive and share it privately with 3 people.
Ask: “Was this useful? What was missing?”
Use their exact words to rewrite your title or steps.
Now you're building with people, not just for them.
This keeps things small and real — and helps you keep going.

3. You’re ready to start, but tech always gets in the way

Scenario: You know your topic, but you’ve wasted hours on tools that slow you down or don’t work.

Go to creatyl.com and open your free account.
Skip the branding and name it after your skill (e.g., “Instagram Growth Plan” or “Meal Prep Made Easy”).
Record one short lesson directly inside creatyl.
Add a checklist or template, then share the link with one person.
Update it based on what they say — then invite five more.
You don’t need to be techy. You just need a clean way to start.

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Here's how you can make it real today:

Step 1: Pick your tension point

Think back to a moment this week when work and life felt off.
Now choose one shift you want to make today:
→ Protect my time
→ Say no with more confidence
→ Fully unplug after work
→ Make space for something personal
That’s your focus for today.

Step 2: Set your balance moment

Pick one part of the day when you’ll take action:
- After a meeting
- Before logging off
- While planning your to-do list
- During your lunch break
Write it down or set a phone reminder:
- “Try my balance move here.”

Step 3: Make one small move

Try a simple, real action tied to your focus:
- Protect my time → Block 1 hour on your calendar just for deep work or rest
- Say no → Turn down one thing clearly and kindly
- Unplug → Set a no-tech window tonight (even just 30 minutes)
- Make space → Do one small thing just for you, without rushing or guilt
Pick one. Keep it short and real.

Step 4: Notice what felt different

At the end of the day, pause and ask:
- Did I feel more in control?
- Did that one action give me more energy?
- Was anything easier or less stressful because of it?
Write a word, a sentence, or just take note.

Step 5: End with one sentence

Finish the day by filling in one line:
- “Today’s balance move helped because ______.”
  or
- “Next time I feel off, I’ll try ______ instead.”

AI Prompt: “Act as a personal balance coach. Help me create a simple plan for resetting my work-life balance today based on the following:

Focus Area: [Insert one — “Protect my time,” “Say no,” “Unplug after work,” or “Make space for something personal”]
Challenge Context: [Briefly describe what’s been off lately, e.g., “I’ve been checking emails late into the night” or “I say yes to things I don’t have time for”]
Time Available: [Insert how much time you can give to the challenge today, e.g., “30 minutes before dinner” or “1 hour after lunch”]

Provide:

One simple action I can take today to improve this part of my balance
A suggested sentence I can use if I need to say no, set a boundary, or unplug
A reminder or phrase I can repeat to help me stick to this during the day
One reflection question to ask myself tonight

Keep it short, real, and doable — like advice from someone who knows how busy life gets.”

Most people aren’t tired because they’re doing too much.

They’re tired because they’re not doing what matters most.

Balance isn’t about finding extra hours. It’s about using your time with intention.

The hard part isn’t saying no. The hard part is giving yourself permission to.

Start showing up for yourself the way you show up for everyone else.

Until next time and with lots of love,

Justin

This Week’s Growth Recommendations

Book To Read:

“Set Boundaries, Find Peace” by Nedra Glover Tawwab (see it here)

TED Talk to Watch:

“3 Rules for Better Work-Life Balance" by Ashley Whillans (see it here)

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