Setting Boundaries: Why You Shouldn't Be Available 24/7
January 1, 2024
In this episode of the Insurance Business Babes podcast, Kathe and Joanna discuss the importance of prioritizing health, both physically and mentally, as insurance agents.
They start by talking about how it's all too common for agents to overwork themselves, getting little sleep and not taking proper breaks. Joanna shares how she used to work 18 hour days and gained 60 pounds, which took a toll on her health. Both agree it's crucial to listen to your body and not neglect self-care.
Joanna details how she recently hired a virtual assistant, Emma, to help handle tasks like answering phones and scheduling appointments. This has helped reduce stress immensely. Kathe is proud of Joanna for learning to delegate work.
They discuss the importance of setting boundaries and not being available 24/7. Kathy notes she only checks Facebook a couple times a day and doesn't let it interfere with her personal life.
Joanna talks about past issues getting banned from Facebook for 90 days due to posts about her other business. This showed her risk of relying too heavily on one platform.
The conversation wraps up with Joanna emphasizing the need to take breaks, spend time outside, and take care of physical and mental wellbeing to have long-term success and avoid health issues in this career. Overall, a thoughtful discussion on maintaining balance.
🎧🌟 Prioritizing Health as an Insurance Agent: A Must-Listen Podcast Episode! 🌟🎧
Are you an insurance agent feeling overwhelmed? 😰💼 Struggling to find the balance between work and self-care? 😩🌸 Then this episode of the Insurance Business Babes podcast is a must-listen for you! 💪🎙️
In this immersive and thought-provoking discussion, Kathe and Joanna delve into the importance of prioritizing health, both physically and mentally, in the insurance industry. 💼🌱
Joanna shares her own personal journey of overworking herself, to the point where she gained 60 pounds! 😱🏋️♀️ But she is finding her way back to health by listening to her body and embracing self-care. 🌸✨
And here's a game-changer – Joanna recently hired a virtual assistant, Emma, to tackle the overwhelming tasks that were dragging her down. 😅💼 Kathe couldn't be prouder of Joanna for recognizing the need to delegate and reduce stress. 👏🙌
But the conversation doesn't stop there! Kathe drops some serious knowledge 💡📚 on setting boundaries, not being a slave to social media, and taking control of your personal life. As she says, she checks Facebook a few times a day and then prioritizes her own time. 📱🚫🙅♀️
And speaking of social media risks, Joanna opens up about her own experience of being banned from Facebook for 90 days. 💥⛔️ A wake-up call that relying too heavily on one platform can be dangerous. ⚠️💻
So, my fellow insurance agents, let's make a promise to ourselves – let's prioritize our health to avoid future problems and ensure long-term success in our careers. Let's take breaks, spend time outside, and nourish our physical and mental well-being. 🙏💚
Tune in to this incredible podcast episode to hear Kathe and Joanna's insightful conversation on maintaining balance as insurance agents. Your health and happiness are worth it, my friends! 🌟🎙️
Are you an insurance agent feeling overwhelmed? 😰💼 Struggling to find the balance between work and self-care? 😩🌸 Then this episode of the Insurance Business Babes podcast is a must-listen for you! 💪🎙️
In this immersive and thought-provoking discussion, Kathe and Joanna delve into the importance of prioritizing health, both physically and mentally, in the insurance industry. 💼🌱
Joanna shares her own personal journey of overworking herself, to the point where she gained 60 pounds! 😱🏋️♀️ But she is finding her way back to health by listening to her body and embracing self-care. 🌸✨
And here's a game-changer – Joanna recently hired a virtual assistant, Emma, to tackle the overwhelming tasks that were dragging her down. 😅💼 Kathe couldn't be prouder of Joanna for recognizing the need to delegate and reduce stress. 👏🙌
But the conversation doesn't stop there! Kathe drops some serious knowledge 💡📚 on setting boundaries, not being a slave to social media, and taking control of your personal life. As she says, she checks Facebook a few times a day and then prioritizes her own time. 📱🚫🙅♀️
And speaking of social media risks, Joanna opens up about her own experience of being banned from Facebook for 90 days. 💥⛔️ A wake-up call that relying too heavily on one platform can be dangerous. ⚠️💻
So, my fellow insurance agents, let's make a promise to ourselves – let's prioritize our health to avoid future problems and ensure long-term success in our careers. Let's take breaks, spend time outside, and nourish our physical and mental well-being. 🙏💚
Tune in to this incredible podcast episode to hear Kathe and Joanna's insightful conversation on maintaining balance as insurance agents. Your health and happiness are worth it, my friends! 🌟🎙️
Joanna Wyckoff from Topflightagent.com and Kathe Kline from CertifiedMedicareAgents.com talk about building a Medicare Insurance Agent business. (Use the code Babes2024 to get a free Bronze membership in the CertifiedMedicareAgent.com directory).