Being a working mum is hard enough, but when you add in a side hustle it can feel like you’re constantly running on empty. I know from personal experience how difficult it can be to maintain a healthy work-life balance when you’re trying to do too many things at once. But it is possible to balance your side hustle with your full time job—you just have to be strategic about it. Here are some tips that have helped me:
1. Get Organised
The first step to balancing your side hustle with your full time job is to get organised. This means setting aside some time each week to plan out your blog posts, social media content, and any other responsibilities associated with your side hustle. Having a set schedule will help you stay on track and avoid feeling overwhelmed by all the things you have to do.
2. Set Realistic Goals
It’s important to set realistic goals for yourself when you’re juggling multiple commitments. Otherwise, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment. If you can only realistically dedicate an hour per day to your side hustle, then that’s what you should aim for. Once you achieve that goal, you can reassess and see if you’re able to increase the amount of time you’re spending on your side hustle.
3. Don’t Be Afraid to Ask For Help
Just because you’re a working mum doesn’t mean you have to do everything by yourself. When I first started my blog, I reached out to friends and family members for help with topics, editing, and promoting my posts. Asking for help doesn’t mean you’re not capable of doing something—it just means that you recognize the value of delegation in order to achieve balance in your life.
4. Make Time for Yourself
It’s also important to make time for yourself, even if it’s just 10-15 minutes each day. This is time that should be completely dedicated to YOU and nobody else. Whether it’s reading a book, taking a bubble bath, or going for a walk outside, find something that helps you relax and recharge so that you can better handle the demands of motherhood and your side hustle.
Working mums are juggling a lot of balls—but it is possible to balance your side hustle with your full-time job if you’re strategic about it. By getting organised, setting realistic goals, asking for help when needed, and making time for yourself every day, you can achieve the work-life balance you’ve been dreaming of.
