Welcome back to the Maeve Ferguson Podcast! I'm thrilled to have you here for our 90th episode.
- It's incredible to think that we're approaching the 100-episode milestone on this journey together.
- In today's episode, I'll be sharing six valuable insights that I gained from my recent holiday experience.
Holiday Reflections
- I've just returned from a wonderful few days away with my husband and our two little ones.
- During the drive home, I had some powerful realizations that I'm excited to share with you today.
- These insights aren't just personal; they can be applied to your business and your life as well.
Insight 1: Embracing Passion for Work
- The first and most significant realization was that I genuinely love what I do.
- While on holiday, I found it challenging to detach from work because I'm so passionate about it.
- The excitement of working on new projects and ideas made it hard to follow the conventional notion of switching off during holidays.
- This insight highlighted the privilege of having a career that doesn't feel like work at all.
Insight 2: The Value of a Supportive Team
- Another major lesson was the importance of having a reliable team.
- Although there were a few challenges while I was away, my team handled most things seamlessly.
- They managed calls, assisted clients, and kept things running smoothly, allowing me to relax and enjoy my time.
- The significance of a dedicated team that has your back is truly priceless.
Insight 3: Client Quality Shapes Life Quality
- I've always known this, but the holiday reinforced it: the quality of your clients impacts your life as a coach.
- Working with amazing, respectful clients who understand the need for breaks is invaluable.
- Building a community of supportive and understanding clients is a treasure beyond measure.
Insight 4: Balancing Self-Care Amidst Family Time
- As any parent knows, a family holiday with young children isn't always a break for yourself.
- I realized that I hadn't truly taken time for myself during the holiday
- The importance of incorporating self-care into family time became crystal clear.
- Just like the airplane oxygen mask analogy, taking care of ourselves allows us to better care for others.
Insight 5: Planning for a Smooth Return
- I've always been a planning enthusiast, but this holiday taught me the value of planning for the return.
- After being engrossed in a recent bootcamp, I hadn't fully prepared for my comeback.
- Returning to work without a clear game plan took extra time to reorient and catch up.
- This experience highlighted the necessity of having a solid plan for post-holiday reintegration.
Insight 6: The Magic of Fresh Air and Quiet
- The final realization was the incredible impact of fresh air and silence on creativity.
- Being away near the coast brought an influx of ideas and inspiration.
- It's easy to get caught up in the details while working on computers, but stepping back can lead to innovative thoughts.
- Fresh air and quiet space fostered amazing ideas that I'm excited to pursue in the coming months.
Conclusion
- And there you have it - the six powerful lessons I learned from my recent holiday.
- Loving what you do, relying on a supportive team, cherishing quality clients, prioritizing self-care, planning for returns, and embracing the inspiration of fresh air and silence.
- I'm grateful for the opportunity to share these insights with you.
- Stay tuned for more exciting content in future episodes as we continue this journey together.
- Thank you for joining me in this episode of the Maeve Ferguson Podcast.
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