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Why Small Business Owners and Non-Profit Executives Need a “Do Nothing Day”

January 16, 2025

 

If you’re a small business owner or non-profit executive, you know the grind never stops. There’s always someone else to help, another meeting to attend, another email that needs answered. As an experienced non-profit executive and now an entrepreneur myself, I get it. It’s hard to turn things off.

But here’s the truth: you need a “Do Nothing Day.”

Think about it—how can you effectively lead your organization if you’re running on empty? Taking time to pause, reset, and refocus isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity.

Three Ways to Start “Doing Nothing” Today

Not sure how to embrace the concept of a “Do Nothing Day”? Here are three small, actionable steps to help you reclaim your time without letting things fall apart:

1. Shut Off Email for Just One Hour

Start small, but eliminating the distracting emails. Turn off your notifications. Better yet, turn your inbox off. Use that opportunity to focus on a single task. Or while your inbox is “off,” pound out all those emails that need a response.

2. Schedule an Entire Day Off

Block a full day on your calendar and treat it as sacred. No meetings. No emails. No “just one quick task.” Use the time to binge that tv show you’ve been wanting to watch or read that book still sitting on your nightstand. Or just sit and recharge.

3. Hire mkw+co for Executive Coaching

Carving out time for yourself feels impossible. That’s where mkw+co comes in. Our executive coaching services are designed to help you prioritize your time, delegate effectively, and focus on what truly matters, if that’s what you need. Together, we’ll create a plan that not only gives you back your time but also drives your organization forward.

Why It Matters

Invest in yourself so you can invest in others and lead effectively. Whether it’s just one hour or a whole day, doing less can help you achieve more in the long haul.

So, this Do Nothing Day, give yourself permission to pause. You—and your organization—will thank you.

Ready to start working with a coach?

If this just seems too difficult and you’re ready to start working with an experienced coach, let’s schedule that complimentary 15-minute call to discuss next steps.

 

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