Rewiring Your Mindset for a 24-Hour Workweek. In today’s conversation Judith Germain speaks to Jenna Harrison about 24-hour work weeks and strategies for entrepreneurs to work smarter, not harder. Jenna discusses the mindset shift required to work less, and how overcoming the discomfort and guilt around relaxing is key. She also shares practical strategies like repurposing content and automating social media to reduce time spent.
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Key Takeaways
- 24-hour work weeks are achievable for entrepreneurs at any stage by reframing constraints and questioning assumptions
- Working less can lead to greater creativity, productivity, and business growth when balanced properly
- Strategies include clarifying messaging, optimising marketing channels (e.g. SEO vs social media), and setting strong boundaries
- Reducing work hours requires addressing both practical systems and mindset/nervous system programming
Topics
24-Hour Work Week Concept
- Jenna Harrison achieved 6-figure business working 24 hours/week while raising newborn
- Possible even for solopreneurs with no team by maximising efficiency
- Requires asking “How could I do this in 24 hours?” to stretch thinking
- Constraint drives creativity and innovation in business approaches
Marketing and Client Acquisition Strategies
- Shifted from social media to SEO-focused approach, doubling business
- Clarity on unique value proposition and ideal client essential
- Some clients found through podcasting and in-person networking
- Consider region/time zone differences when setting rates and availability
Mindset and Nervous System Reprogramming
- Modern society keeps us in constant state of activation/stress
- Relaxing initially feels uncomfortable due to programmed baseline
- “Detox process” required to regulate nervous system to new norm
- Taking time off allows for more creative thinking and business growth
Practical Implementation Tips
- Design flexible schedule that works for your situation (e.g. 4 shorter days)
- Set clear boundaries and communicate them to clients
- Cultivate self-reliant clients who respect your availability
- Consider time zone differences to create natural work/life separation
Next Steps
- Experiment with pretending 24-hour work week is possible for 1 week
- Identify areas of inefficiency or unnecessary work in current schedule
- Evaluate marketing channels and messaging for optimisation potential
- Assess client base and boundaries to support reduced work hours
Jenna Harrison is a top ranked business coach, podcast host, and founder of The Uncommon Way. A reformed overworker, she helps women build more freedom, impact, and wealth, in just 3 days per week.
Jenna Harrison’s website is here. You can find her on LinkedIn here.
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