Structure. For me it's all about keeping things simple, automating everything that can be automated and keeping structure in my day. Simple things like always

Structure. For me it's all about keeping things simple, automating everything that can be automated and keeping structure in my day. Simple things like always handle all operational stuff as soon as it pops up so you'll never get behind on anything. Once you start getting behind on administration or e-mails it becomes progressively harder to catch up. And yes, this means that if you're going on holiday your laptop goes with you. Also, I prioritize eating, exercise and sleeping. If it means I get to spend less billable hours doing an integration project for a customer then so be it. It's almost impossible to overstate how important it is to keep physically and thereby mentally fit when running a business on your own.