National Workaholics day takes place on July 5, and lets face it if there were a patron saint of workaholics, event professionals would probably be the first in line for canonisation.
Long hours, demanding clients, last-minute curveballs – this is an industry built on hustle. But with National Workaholics Day as your annual nudge, it’s time to check in with your wellbeing.
Here are five ways to reclaim a bit of balance without dropping the ball:
1. Redefine ‘urgent’
Event agencies thrive on tight deadlines- but not every email needs an immediate reply. Train clients (and yourself) to distinguish between urgent and important. Set boundaries like “email-free” hours or batch your communications to avoid constant distraction.
Tip: Use tools schedule send to schedule responses and take control of your time.
2. Make rest non-negotiable
Sleep and downtime often get sacrificed for back-to-back meetings or post-event wrap-ups but recovery is productivity. Book rest days after large activations and treat them as seriously as you would an event days.
Think of it as load out for your brain. No one skips de-rig. Your mind shouldn’t either.
3. Delegate like a pro
You don’t have to do everything. If you’re leading a team or managing freelancers, trust them. Delegation isn’t a weakness – it’s leadership. Empowering others lightens your load and helps your team grow.
4. Reclaim the lunch hour (or 15 minutes of it)
Even 15 minutes away from your screen can reset your energy. Step outside, listen to a podcast, go for a walk. Boundaries start small. A real break is better than no break.
5. Put yourself on the schedule
Your calendar rules your life – so block out time for you. Gym, therapy, a walk, reading. whatever fills your cup. If it’s not scheduled, it won’t happen.
Self-care isn’t selfish. It’s strategic and you can still deliver jaw dropping experiences for clients without running yourself into the ground. Workaholics Day is a chance to shift the mindse and protect the passion that made you join the industry in the first place.
