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With a reputation as "The World's Most Disciplined Man", people often assume that I'm one of those crazy entrepreneurs who is in the office 24/7.
But nothing could be further from the truth... In fact, every year, I make a point to spend two, three, or sometimes even four consecutive weeks on an epic vacation. This summer I did a 10-day safari in South Africa followed with two weeks in Europe (Montenegro, Croatia, and Lithuania). Back in personal training days when I was working with professional athletes, I learned that human performance isn't linear, it's cyclical, and we can’t always be in playoff mode. That’s a fancy way of saying that you need time to recover from periods of high stress so that you can continue performing at your best. Just like you need to take rest days to improve your physical performance, you MUST also take time away from the office so that you can continue to expand and grow your empire. My biggest epiphanies and breakthroughs come almost exclusively during my downtime away from work, whether it was walking the dog or traveling the world. I've learned throughout the years that intentional vacations (a.k.a. time off that consists of more than sitting in front of the TV and sleeping late) aren't just a good idea, they are a prescription for your best self - and your best life. If you've been grinding away on your business for months or years and can't remember the last time you took a week away from work (let alone three) then this post is for you. To perform at your best and unlock the creative potential inside of you, you must (not should) take time to recharge your batteries and get away from it all. When you return, you'll feel more motivated, excited, and prepared to create massive growth in your business so that you can live the life you truly desire. To help you actually achieve this goal, I'm going to lay out the 5-step system that I personally use to ensure that my business continues to run smoothly while I'm away. If you will take action on what I'm about to share with you, not only will you be able to give yourself the gift of some much-needed rest, but you'll actually be able to earn more money while you take time off. Sound like a plan? Then check out today's essay below! Discover how to have the vacation of your life while keeping your business profitable | 