The Business of Meetings · 2026-06-02 · 11 min
Today, we're focusing on navigating the pressure of running a business while staying connected to your bigger vision for your life and business. Stay tuned as Eric shares a simple five-step exercise to help you gain clarity, direction, and long-term alignment. The Sandwich Generation Many business owners are part of the "sandwich generation," taking care of parents while also raising children. That pressure adds to the demands of running a business, whether you're leading a large team or working as a solopreneur. A Long-Term Vision When pressure is high, it helps to reconnect with why you started the business in the first place. Most people fail to clearly define what they want their life or business to look like in the next 10 years. Identify the Different Areas of Your Life The first step is identifying up to seven areas of your life, including health, family and friends, fun, finances, work, personal development, and volunteering or charities. Rate Each Area Rate each area from 1 to 10, with 1 being the worst and 10 your ideal, to create a clear picture of where your life currently feels aligned and where you need to improve it.
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