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A great topic! "How life should work" vs. "How life actually works" can be a fascinating and humorous comparison. Here are some examples: *How life should work:* 1. Plans are made, and everything goes according to schedule. 2. People act rationally and logically. 3. Hard work and talent always lead to success. 4. Communication is clear and effective. 5. Relationships are easy and effortless. 6. Goals are achieved quickly and effortlessly. 7. Everyone is kind and understanding. 8. Mistakes are rare and easily fixed. 9. Time management is a breeze. 10. Happiness and fulfillment are constant. *How life actually works:* 1. Plans are made, but unexpected twists and turns happen. 2. People can be irrational and unpredictable. 3. Hard work and talent are essential, but luck and timing matter too. 4. Communication can be messy and misunderstood. 5. Relationships take work and compromise. 6. Goals are achieved through perseverance and learning from failures. 7. People can be complex and challenging. 8. Mistakes are opportunities for growth and learning. 9. Time management is a constant juggling act. 10. Happiness and fulfillment are journey-based, not destination-based. Remember, life is full of surprises, and things don't always go as planned. Embracing flexibility, adaptability, and resilience can help you navigate life's ups and downs with grace and humor!

𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲-𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲.  In the midst of career demands, personal commitments, and our own ambitions, 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿-𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲. The harder we push, the more distant it seems. For years, I believed balance was something I’d stumble upon 𝗶𝗳 𝗜 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝘆 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗳 𝗜 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝗮𝘀𝗸.  I somehow stumbled upon this quote from Jana Kingsford, "𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱; 𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲."  And that 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀—𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁 𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀—𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁. True balance comes from designing your life around 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂, 𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆.  I help my clients 𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗿𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 so balance becomes a natural part of their day—not another item on their to-do list. One client recently shared how 𝘀𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗲𝗹𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲—no longer overextended or exhausted. With a clear sense of her values and priorities, she created a rhythm that felt manageable, fulfilling, and, yes, balanced. If you're feeling stretched thin and want a partner to guide you toward creating balance, let’s talk.  Book a session with me, and let’s start designing a life you don’t need a break from.

Ever felt like you're constantly juggling work and personal life, but never quite getting it right? A client of mine, a small business owner who faced long hours, unpredictable schedules, and feeling guilty over not spending enough time with family approached me to explore my services. Together, we embarked on a transformative journey, starting with a Forbes-recommended perception assessment tool to understand his mindset and identify areas for improvement. Followed by One-To-One coaching sessions, we set clear goals and actionable steps. A major challenge was the inability to "switch off" from work. We created a structured schedule that prioritised both professional and personal life, with accountability check-ins and weekly calls for support. The results? My client now enjoys quality family time without feeling guilty, has time for his hobbies, and feels more present in his daily life. His business has also grown, thanks to the clarity and focus he gained through our sessions. If you're struggling with work-life balance, know that change is possible. DM “CHANGE” to start your journey towards a balanced and fulfilling life. 🫶 Enjoyed this? 🔔 Follow me https://lnkd.in/dcUBPKwQ ♻ Repost if you found this valuable

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝟲 𝗽𝗺? I’ve been quite vocal about my desire to redefine my relationship with work & life. Some live to work and others work to live. Entrepreneurs often tend to do the first. And I don’t believe that’s healthy. So, to live a more balanced life, I’ve read up on the subject. And I stand behind Simon Sinek's view on the matter. 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸-𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗮 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆. I believe that as entrepreneurs, we must do what works for us. If we want to work out in the morning, start work later, and thus end work later, that should be okay. Why not have an afternoon siesta? Or a sunset surf? Life shouldn’t start after 6 pm or on the weekends. We need to be able to use our time, the way we see fit without feeling guilty (of course while respecting the time of those around us as well). This is the only way we can live a healthy, happy, and passionate life, otherwise a burnout is around the corner. Besides, one of the perks of being your own boss is being able to work on your own terms. So, we might as well enjoy it. Do you agree? What would you change to live and work in harmony?

Blessed! That's how I see my Q3 - an eye-opening journey towards growth and balance. As I reflect on this past quarter, I’m filled with gratitude for the changes I’ve made in my life, both personally and professionally. By the grace of God, I’ve been blessed with a new career path that became the vehicle for this transformation. Here are a few highlights:   • Taking Control of Work-Life Balance: One of the most impactful changes I made was setting boundaries that allow me to truly enjoy life beyond the 9-5. No more checking work apps on weekends or after hours, freeing up my time for meaningful moments with my wife. Our conversations have deepened as we reflect on our journey, friendships, and the abundance in our lives.   • Driving my Professional Growth: Thanks to the opportunities at AmplifAI, I’ve had the chance to engage with different organizations and leadership teams, learning to navigate challenges and adapt quickly. More importantly, I took the initiative to seek out growth, embrace new responsibilities, and hone my skills in leveraging AI to help businesses succeed. The work I’ve put in this quarter has been instrumental to my development. • Embracing a Healthier Lifestyle: This quarter, I’ve prioritized my physical and mental well-being with daily walks, regular workouts, and a renewed love for cooking—especially my favorite Filipino dishes! These changes didn’t happen by accident. I made a conscious decision to be more present, more engaged, and to enjoy the simple joys of life. 💬 PS: I’ll always treasure the freedom of my first long weekend—worry-free and fully immersed in the present—after years of constant grind. It’s moments like these that remind me how important it is to take charge of your time and energy.

𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐈𝐭 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐁𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐮𝐧! 🎉✨ Does personal development and making positive changes often feel like a chore? 🤔 The secret lies in how we approach it! Instead of viewing growth as a serious task, let’s spice it up! Here’s Why Fun Matters: When we infuse fun into our personal growth journey, we unlock creativity, boost motivation, and make the process enjoyable. 🌈 After all, who says self-improvement has to be a drag? Tips to Balance Work and Fun: 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞 “𝐅𝐮𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞”: Treat activities you love as non-negotiable appointments. 📅 𝐌𝐢𝐱 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞: Add joy to everything you do whenever you can! 🎓 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐬:  Take moments to breathe and notice the beauty or fun around you. 🧘♀️ 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲: Each day is unique—celebrate it! No two days are the same! 🎊 Start small: incorporate one of these practices every day or at least every other day. 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭: Are you ready to start fresh? 💪✨ Personal development is a journey, not a race. By chasing the fun, we can create a fulfilling work-life balance that propels us forward. If you want to find out more about how this could look in your life, send me a private message and ask me how! 💪✨

When you find your passion you never have to work a day in your life. When you love what you do, you are more likely to seek continuous learning and improvement. You are driven to stay updated with the latest industry trends and advancements, and you actively seek out opportunities for professional development. This constant growth not only enhances your skills and expertise but also opens doors to new possibilities and career advancement. Finding passion in your work also has positive effects on your overall well-being. It reduces stress and burnout, as you are more likely to find fulfillment and satisfaction in your daily tasks. It promotes a healthy work-life balance, as your work becomes an integral part of your life rather than something separate and draining. However, it is important to note that even if you love what you do, there will still be challenges and moments of difficulty. No job is without its ups and downs, and it is unrealistic to expect every day to be filled with pure bliss. But having a genuine passion for your work allows you to navigate through these challenges with resilience, determination, and a positive mindset. In conclusion, when you love what you do, work becomes more than just a means to earn a living. It becomes a source of fulfillment, personal growth, and happiness. While it may not eliminate all the challenges and hard work, the passion and joy that come from doing something you love make the journey worthwhile. So, strive to find your passion and pursue it with unwavering dedication, for it holds the key to a fulfilling and meaningful career.

In the last 4 weeks, several female professionals have come to me feeling depleted, Asking for help to cope with the daily hustle & make time for themselves. Here are 5 “intentional” changes I suggested they make: 1. Draw clear boundaries - What task drains you but barely moves the needle? (Let go of it). - What task matters and contributes to your goals? (Make it a non-negotiable). 2. Put yourself first Schedule time for yourself like You would for an important meeting. Whether its a: Quiet cup of coffee in morning, Brief stroll in the park, Or bedtime reading - Put it on the calendar. 3. Plan mindfully. How? Be picky with your commitments. Stop saying yes to everything. Instead ask yourself: Does this task align with my values and priorities? (And only agree to what is manageable) 4. Delegate. You don’t have to do everything on your own. Pass off tasks at home or work that others can handle. Trust me, they've got it covered. Delegating can drastically take the load off your shoulders. 5. Reflect and adjust. Regularly check in with yourself. What's working? What's not? Adjust your schedule so you don't push yourself too hard. After all, you’re the CEO of your life. Swap randomness with intention, So you can get closer to a way more fulfilling & peaceful life. P.S. How much time do you carve out for yourself daily?

For a long time, I used to believe that my personal and professional lives were two distinct parts of who I was. I would compartmentalize, thinking that I could operate in one way at work and another in my personal life. Our minds love this neat separation, but in reality, I started to realize it doesn’t exist. A recent conversation with our CEO made this even clearer when he said, *“There’s no such thing as work-life balance, there’s just life—and work is part of it.”* Who you are in one space, in terms of habits, traits, and personality, shows up everywhere. Looking back, I saw the same patterns. As a child, I avoided conflict, and naturally, this followed me into my career, often holding me back in difficult situations. I also lacked attention to detail, and that too showed up in both personal and professional settings. The turning point for me was understanding that improving something at work wasn’t just about addressing it in isolation. It wasn’t enough to treat the symptom—I had to go deeper and deal with the root cause. For instance, learning to handle difficult conversations at work meant I had to start having them in life. It could be as simple as voicing a disagreement with a friend or negotiating with a storekeeper over something small. Over time, these small moments built my confidence, and handling conflict became more natural for me across the board. Similarly, developing attention to detail didn’t just happen at work; it showed up when I paid attention to every task—whether it was cleaning my home or writing this post—with complete involvement. One hack that’s helped me along the way is recognizing how my behavior changes when there’s an added variable. For example, I realized that with my ADHD, I focus best in short cycles—10 minutes of concentrated work followed by a quick break. Bringing that into my work life has had a huge impact. The lesson I’ve learned is simple: *Who I am in one area is who I am everywhere.* Once I understood that, I could start addressing the root of my challenges and create change that lasts. The journey isn't always easy, but it's worth it.

I used to feel like I was constantly juggling my career and personal life, always on the brink of dropping one ball or another. Back then, my thoughts were often filled with worry: How can I keep up with my job and still have time for myself and my family? Is it even possible to achieve balance, or is it just a myth? I was afraid of the consequences: → Missing out on important moments with loved ones. → Burning out from overworking and under-resting. → But I made a commitment to change: → I started researching strategies for better work-life integration. → I listened to advice from those who had successfully navigated this challenge. Here’s what truly made a difference: → Setting Clear Boundaries: Establishing specific work hours and sticking to them. → Prioritizing Self-Care: Making time for exercise, hobbies, and relaxation. → Efficient Time Management: Using tools and techniques to stay organized and focused. → Learning to Say No: Understanding my limits and not overcommitting. The essential lessons I learned: Achieving balance is about making conscious choices and setting priorities. Embrace your WORK-LIFE JOURNEY, knowing that it’s a continuous process. What strategies have you found helpful in balancing your work and personal life?