Stepping into self-employment can feel like freedom, but here’s the catch - you might end up being your own worst boss. In this episode, I’m talking about how to avoid that trap by adopting a CEO mindset and creating your own employment contract.

When you’re self-employed, it’s easy to let work hours creep longer, skip breaks, or overcommit yourself. That’s why I recommend setting clear terms for how you’ll work - just like you’d expect in a traditional job. Think about working hours, break times, and the conditions you’ll stick to for your own well-being and productivity.

I’ll walk you through how this simple practice has helped me stay efficient, avoid burnout, and maintain a better work-life balance. I even suggest making your contract visible, reviewing it quarterly, and using it as a tool for decision-making - like setting boundaries or knowing when it’s time to outsource a task.

Becoming your own boss should mean leading yourself well. Let’s make sure you’re not just working harder, but smarter, too.

About Nic:

I'm a home organisation and lifestyle mentor. I help business owners get life organised at home, so they can reclaim their headspace, time and energy needed to grow and run a successful business.

I've navigated through adverse times with hard-hitting curveballs that have forced me to re-assess the importance of self-care and having firm boundaries in place, as well as becoming more organised in the day-to-day running of home, business, and life in general.

My mission is to make sure that everyone has an equal opportunity to create a business they love, without feeling held back by household obligations, or adversity. Drawing upon a diverse range of life experience, I'm building an online community that supports anyone who is struggling to balance home life and business together.

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