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Old 01-14-2015, 03:07 AM  
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Originally Posted by Barefootsies View Post
Been there.

How I managed to get out of it was as follows.

1. Cut your work day down to business hours. That also means little work on weekends.
2. Take a weekend trip away from the house. You and Mrs go and stay somewhere else a few nights.
3. Go on vacation. Again, do minimal or no work while gone.
4. Take breaks during the day as if you were at a normal job. Work 2 hours, 15 minute break. Lunch an hour, and when possible go somewhere else to eat versus sitting at computer. You need a chance of scenery.

You will find yourself rejuvenated and read to work once you get back. You will find yourself amped up in the morning to work knowing you are trying to get it all done before 5 or whenever your cut off time is. I also get up at 4-6AM every day. I am simply more productive than getting up at 8 or later.
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Originally Posted by DukeSkywalker View Post
To OP:
This is a tough one. I have a love/hate relationship with my business. I am constantly looking at things, poking my guys for progress reports etc. It drives me nuts. Keep your workspace clean, your contracts filed, everything dusted, your coffee cup on a coaster, a comfortable chair, and when you are done for the night, walk away from the computer and that's it. These things won't cure burnout but it sure helps prevent it.
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if you're at home, make sure you're hitting the gym too. can't be sitting all day and feel motivated
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