#31: Juggling Your Day Job and a Side Hustle? 10 Strategies to Stay in Control and Avoid Burnout

Episode Summary: In this episode of Mom’s Roadmap Home, I’m tackling a struggle that so many of us face—balancing a full-time job while building a side hustle. Whether you're working toward leaving your 9-to-5 or just trying to make extra income, managing both can feel overwhelming. Today, I’m sharing 10 strategies to help you stay organized, avoid burnout, and move forward with confidence as you work toward your dream of coming home.

Key Takeaways:

1. Time Management is Everything – Create a structured schedule that includes both your day job and side hustle while protecting family time.
2. Set Clear Boundaries – Establish work hours, communicate them to your employer, clients, and family, and stick to them.
3. Prioritize Self-Care – Avoid burnout by scheduling rest, getting enough sleep, and practicing Sabbath rest.
4. Know When It’s Time to Go All In – Watch for signs that you’re financially and emotionally ready to transition fully to working from home.

Timestamps and Highlights:

• [0:00] – Introduction: Balancing a 9-to-5 and a side hustle without losing your sanity.
• [5:30] – Time management: Using a planner and setting up a structured schedule.
• [12:45] – Creating clear boundaries with your employer, clients, and family.
• [18:10] – Self-care strategies: Prioritizing sleep, rest, and setting aside time for renewal.
• [25:30] – How to recognize when it’s time to quit your 9-to-5 and go all in at home.
• [32:40] – Trusting God’s timing and preparing spiritually for the transition.

Practical Steps to Start Today:

1. Write Down Your Schedule – Block out time for work, side hustle, and family to ensure balance.
2. Create a Boundaries Plan – Let your family and clients know when you are (and aren’t) available.
3. Check Your Energy Levels – Assess if your current pace is sustainable, and adjust if needed.
4. Start Saving for Your Transition – Track income and expenses to prepare for making the leap.
5. Pray for Guidance – Ask God for wisdom and patience as you balance work and family life.

Listener Challenge: Take 10 minutes today to map out your work and side hustle schedule for the next week. Be intentional about adding in self-care and family time!

Closing Encouragement: Mama, I know the juggle is hard, but with intentional planning, clear boundaries, and trust in God’s timing, you can do this. Every small step you take today brings you closer to the life you’re working toward. Stay faithful, stay hopeful, and remember—you’re not alone on this journey.

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