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?

Yuki Li

When I was an undergraduate, I believed that weekends were meant for completing assignments and studying, so I often turned down invitations from friends to focus on my work. However, having more time didn’t necessarily make me more productive. Instead, I often procrastinate because I have too much time to complete tasks. Read more>>

Breanna Wing

I used to be a workaholic. You know the saying, ‘Sometimes people’s best qualities are also their worst?’ I can get obsessive. When I love something, I think about it constantly and work on it around the clock. Early in my career, all my friends were work friends, and my days were a cycle of long hours on set, followed by ‘networking meals.’ Weekends were spent catching up on tasks for the coming week. My life revolved around work (work that I loved), but so did my friendships. Read more>>

Isaiah Moore | writer & artist

If you were to ask me this question about four years ago I would have had a completely different answer. I would have considered myself career oriented and was indeed someone who would take on many responsibilities. To the point that while in undergrad as a full time student I worked three jobs, was apart of a couple of student organizations in leadership roles, and volunteered when I had the time. I thought that the more work I had to do and the more I could accomplish, the better my life would be. Read more>> 

Enrique Martinez | Tattoo Artist

I believed that the balance between life and work is important, but it depends on each individual and the phase they are in. There have been times in my career when 100% of my time and energy had to be dedicated to my project in order to achieve my goals. But on the other hand , is necessary in my case to establish a balance and dedicate time to other important areas of my live. Read more>>

Maritza Alarcon | Blogger, Content Creator & Mom of two

Since becoming a mother of two, achieving work-life balance has become increasingly important. I work full-time in the tech industry, am a content creator and blogger, and raise two young daughters. Before motherhood, I focused solely on work, and I didn’t prioritize work-life balance. Now, I’m striving to find a sense of balance, but I find it challenging because I fear that by seeking balance, I may not be able to give 100% effort to each of my responsibilities, making it seem nearly impossible. Read more>>

Carrie “ms. Nfty” Lyn | Business Developer & EdTech Founder

Balance is a the KEY to the success in life.
Success as in maintaining a healthy personal & business life that promotes a happier you. When thinking about balance you need to think about all of the roles you are in life ie partner, parent, friend and yourself. Ensure you are fueling each of these parts of yourself and you will be more apt to handle the rollercoaster of life. Read more>>

Hallie Avolio | Coach + Author

The narrative around work-life balance is as toxic as the office gossip who spreads everyone’s personal business like wild fire. Somewhere along the line we were told that “work” and “life” are meant to be equally weighted sides of some idealistic scale. Further, if we are able to actually achieve this equilibrium – and then MAINTAIN it – we will also be balanced, harmonious, and live a perfect life. Read more>>