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May 29, 2023 9 mins

Studies have shown that nearly 50% of business owners do not take vacations. Do you fall into this category? Intentionally stepping away from the office is important for your mental health and can reduce stress. If you haven’t guessed by now, today’s episode of Denise’s Opinions is all about why business owners need to take the time to disconnect from their companies.  

Fear of missing out (FOMO) and an ingrained hustle mentality can make it difficult to step away. Denise shares her suggestions on how to empower key employees so you can step away, what outsourcing certain administrative tasks looks like, and provides other resources on disconnecting from your business confidently. 

As mentioned in this episode, here are a few resources that can help you navigate stepping away from your business:  

https://nurturesmallbusiness.buzzsprout.com/900445/12462342-getting-down-and-dirty-in-your-business-operations-with-victoria-pelletier 

 https://dcavirtual.com/why-ignoring-a-vacation-will-cost-you-time-and-sales/  

https://nurturesmallbusiness.buzzsprout.com/900445/12214008-does-your-team-allow-you-to-confidently-step-away-from-your-business 

About Your Host 

DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National Association of Women Business Owners Charlotte (NAWBO). Denise is also a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program, which is a program for small businesses that links learning to action for growth-oriented entrepreneurs.   

Recognized as a facilitator, problem solver, and builder, Denise enjoys speaking to business groups about social media for small businesses and motivating remote and work-from-home (WFH) teams. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Quality Systems Management from James Madison University. With extensive experience in outsourcing solutions that provide administrative, creative, marketing, and website support, she is able to help other small businesses grow and thrive. 

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About Your Host

DCA Virtual Business Support President, Denise Cagan, has been working with small businesses for over 20 years. She has served on the boards of professional organizations such as Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) and the National Association of Women Business Owners Charlotte (NAWBO). Denise is also a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program, which is a program for small businesses that links learning to action for growth-oriented entrepreneurs.

Recognized as a facilitator, problem solver, and builder, Denise enjoys speaking to business groups about social media for small businesses and motivating remote and work-from-home (WFH) teams. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Quality Systems Management from James Madison University. With extensive experience in outsourcing solutions that provide administrative, creative, marketing, and website support, she is able to help other small businesses grow and thrive.

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