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Working as a contractor<\/a> will have you on the go a lot of the time. With long days and strenuous work happening, it’s common for contractors to feel burnout and exhausted. For this exact reason, it’s important for contractors to consider a few things for their physical and mental health. <\/p>\n

Here are 3 tips any contractor can use to stay healthy and continue growing their business.<\/p>\n

1. It’s Not Just About Physical Health<\/h2>\n

Getting worn out can lead to not only physical problems but also mental health issues. If you plan to work 12-15 hour days, your mental state will start to deteriorate. What’s worse, your quality of work will begin to diminish and your customers will notice. <\/p>\n

To maintain a positive mental state while working a lot, it’s important to set boundaries with yourself and your customers. Keep your hours limited to when you are available during the day. If you absolutely have to work evenings, be sure to bill your customers extra to compensate for your time. <\/p>\n

In addition to setting hours for yourself, schedule occasional breaks throughout the day. You’ll need to have time to eat lunch, take time for yourself and reset during the day if you need to. Since most contractors wear a lot of hats in their business, taking time for yourself and your mental dexterity is highly important.<\/p>\n

2. Stay In Tip Top Shape<\/h2>\n

Manual labor takes its toll on the body. You’ll need to keep yourself in great shape to withstand the physical toll that comes with contracting work. Whether you’re painting, providing electrical work or even landscaping, there’s no doubt that you will get tired.<\/p>\n

A few options you can use to stay healthy and feeling great include jogging, working out through breaks during the day and of course, eating healthy. If McDonald’s is your go-to restaurant for lunch every day, you’ll be guaranteed to have health issues. <\/p>\n

Additionally, you’ll want to see your doctor on a routine basis. Your doctor will advise you on anything you need to know about your body and how to stay in the best shape. And if you experience neck and back pain on a regular basis, make an appointment with a qualified chiropractor<\/a> to help alleviate yourself of any long-term pain. <\/p>\n

3. Don’t Take On More Work Than You Can Handle<\/h2>\n

With your physical and mental health in check, the last important thing to remember to avoid burnout is to not take on more work than you can realistically handle. If you don’t have an apprentice and it’s just you working on your contracting business, you need to be well aware of your time. You won’t want to work 15 hour days all of the time, so be careful on how many projects you take on. Not only will this help keep your health a priority, it will ensure you keep your customers happy with great work. <\/p>\n

Keep Up the Great Work<\/h2>\n

Keep these tips in mind as you continue to grow your contracting business. Keeping your physical and mental health at a peak state will allow you to avoid burnout and stay passionate about your work.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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