Hey I'm Liz, a website designer turned Studio Manager. I'm low-key obsessed with making the systems and tech in your business ridiculously simple. I share practical strategies, behind-the-scenes looks at what’s working (and what's not), and the occasional reminder that you don’t have to do it all. If you’re tired of putting admin and operations on the back burner but also refuse to build a business that runs your life, this is for you.
Pulling back the curtain on my workcation
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I’m really excited about this, Reader! Have you ever taken a workcation? If not, let me tell you about them — they’re revolutionary, my friend!! But first, let me back up to how I got here… The other week I was talking to my therapist about being overwhelmed and having too many mental tabs open. I made a flippant comment about how if I could just have 48 hours to myself, I could get so much done and close out a stupid amount of mental tabs… know the feeling? You’re basically Charlie. ⬇️
Within 20 minutes of my session, I had done a quick Airbnb search, found a place for the weekend, and then told my husband my plan. All he said was, “Let me know when you leave and come back,” lol, gotta love that level of support and understanding.🤣 So, I booked the little cottage house about an hour away from home, and set out for my workcation on Friday night. During those two days, I was able to accomplish so much:
In addition to all the work I got done, I also gave myself permission to indulge in some much-needed relaxation. I slept in (well, until 7 am, which felt like a luxury compared to my usual 5:30 am wake-up call), and most importantly, I reclaimed the mental space I needed to recharge and refocus. It was glorious. This impromptu workcation served as a powerful reminder of the importance of prioritizing self-care and creating intentional space for productivity. By allowing myself the opportunity to step away from the daily grind and immerse myself in a dedicated work environment, I not only accomplished enough to greatly lighten my mental load, but also set the stage for greater balance and effectiveness in all aspects of my life—as a mother, a wife, and a business owner. So…. are you getting on Airbnb right now? 😉 Liz
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Liz from Lux & Vita
Hey I'm Liz, a website designer turned Studio Manager. I'm low-key obsessed with making the systems and tech in your business ridiculously simple. I share practical strategies, behind-the-scenes looks at what’s working (and what's not), and the occasional reminder that you don’t have to do it all. If you’re tired of putting admin and operations on the back burner but also refuse to build a business that runs your life, this is for you.
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