• Set healthy boundaries such as scheduling breaks, define your work hours, and allow yourself time to switch off. As they say, you can’t pour from an empty cup – your wellbeing directly impacts your business’s energy and creativity! 
• Building a support network will have such a huge impact on your overall wellbeing by surrounding yourself with others that just get it. Joining networking groups like BSW Connect or your local chamber of commerce can be a healthy place for you to share challenges, exchange advice, and feel less isolated in the worth of business. Talking with others that “get it” can reduce stress and spark new ideas! 
• Celebrate the small wins! Recognise milestones, no matter how small – a great client review, hitting a mini goal, or finishing a big week. THis builds momentum and positivity within your environment.
• Invest in your growth! Schedule out time for learning – workshops, mentoring, or skill development. Personal growth fuels business growth.  

Sustainability in business isn’t just about reducing waste or going green – it’s about building a business you can sustain. When you look after your time, energy, and mindset, your business becomes stronger and more resilient.

• Manage your energy, not just your time. Pay attention to what drains or fuels you. Schedule creative work for when your energy is highest, and give yourself permission to rest when it’s low.
•  Create systems that support you. Automate small tasks, delegate where possible, and set up clear processes so you’re not constantly in “catch-up” mode. Efficiency is a form of self-care.
• Protect your mental space. Limit decision fatigue by planning your week in advance. Make room for reflection, creativity, and time away from screens.
• Revisit your “Why”. A sustainable business aligns with your values. Regularly reconnect with why you started – it keeps motivation alive even when things get tough.
• Learn to pause without guilt. Rest isn’t a reward; it’s part of your business strategy. Taking time to recharge ensures you can keep showing up with clarity and purpose.

• Share your commitment to personal sustainability and wellbeing with your team, clients, and community – authenticity inspires others.
• Connect with other business owners who value balance and longevity; learning from peers can provide support, ideas, and accountability.
• Reflect regularly on your actions and decisions: what aligns with your values, what drains your energy, and where can adjustments be made?

Start small – but start somewhere, you don’t have to be perfect. 

• Pick one manageable change to improve your personal sustainability – like setting a clear workday boundary, scheduling regular breaks, or delegating a repetitive task.
• Treat each small step as progress – personal wellbeing compounds over time, strengthening both you and your business.
• Remember: sustainable habits grow gradually. Consistency is more important than perfection.

Building a sustainable business starts with you.

By prioritising your energy, mindset, and wellbeing, you’re creating a foundation for long-term success – not just for your business, but for your life. Take small, intentional steps, stay connected with your community, and celebrate your progress along the way. Every choice you make toward personal sustainability strengthens both you and the business you’re growing.