The Coronavirus has given many us an opportunity to pause and think about life, our purpose, and even the right work life balance. What’s your perspective and has it changed over time?

Linda Fisk | Chairwoman, LeadHERship Global

Many people want to achieve a greater balance between their work life and their personal life. But in practice, it can be difficult to achieve. The unique nature of each of our lives and our fluctuating responsibilities means that work-life balance and work-life integration look different for everyone.  Read more>>

Yonatan Baevsky | Actor

As an international actor based in the US, maintaining a healthy work-life balance is crucial for me. The demanding nature of the entertainment industry can often consume every aspect of my life, but I understand the importance of taking time for myself outside of work. Read more>>

Andrea Weinbrecht | Costume Designer and Mom

I don’t think it’s a secret that the film industry is incredibly demanding. Our standard work week is a 60-hour week, so when you are working, there is really no time for anything but work. When I had my first son, I decided it was time to slow down a bit and pursue shows with better schedules for family life, so I began working more on sitcoms and children’s shows.  Read more>>

Youtian Duan | Founder of Another.World, Aritst & Designer

I believe that when someone truly loves something, turning it into their work is actually a great fortune. I find it difficult to achieve the traditional sense of work-life balance, as it seems I am always working and simultaneously living—because my work is my life. For example, even when I’m hiking, my mind is making connections, like imagining how a leaf and a rock placed together could resemble a charming chair.  Read more>>

Veronica Tsai | Graphic Designer & Artist

Since my professional work and hobbies all revolve around creative work, sometimes it can be hard to maintain a balance or separation. There have been instances when my personal art practice ended up merging with my design work, which was pleasantly surprising, but it also made me want to take a break from it. Read more>>

Dalal Rajhi | Tour manager & Production Coordinator

Creating a healthy work life balance wasn’t easy for me when I started out as a tour manager/production coordinator. Especially because it was my first fulltime job after college in a high paced environment with lots of responsibilities. You are constantly pushing your boundaries and trying to (im)prove yourself in your new working environment, that as a result health and social life were often not on my priority list.  Read more>>

Adrian Kay Wong | Visual Artist

Like many others who are pursuing something they are passionate about, work-life balance often doesn’t exist because, well, we make our work our lives. It’s really no surprise, especially for creatives, because our lives will often find their way into the work. And because the work is a reflection and expression of at least part of our lives, full circle. Read more>>