CAI experts speak: How to balance a full-time job and freelancing

The bulk of two jobs can be troublesome, especially if your second livelihood requires freelancing. Working at both an office and home can incur stress, unless you know how to balance your jobs and your personal life.

Work on your freelancing project at a nearby coffee joint

“Instead of going home, complete your freelancing tasks at a nearby Starbucks,” explains Jayant Agrawal, a freelancer with Connecting All India. Your aim should be to avoid creating an office-like atmosphere at home. At your abode, you need to feel comfortable. It’s a place where work doesn’t follow you.

Plan your entire day

CAI freelancer Ayush Jogi plans his day according to his full-time job. If he has a bigger workload at his 9-to-5, Ayush reduces the number of tasks planned during his freelancing time. The workflow at both of his jobs is streamlined and are scheduled with respect to each other.   

Sleep well

A CAI freelancer says that he does not overwork and has fixed 10 PM as his bedtime. After a sound nine-hour sleep, the freelancer freshens up with a wholesome breakfast that revs him up for two jobs back to back. Hence, to take the stresses of both your freelance job and your regular job, you need to be well rested.

Keep your mind and body healthy

It sounds preachy but it’s true. In addition to sleeping well, when you wake up, cardio exercises go a long way. You’ll also need to stretch, so your body readies itself for the day’s tasks. 20 minutes of yoga and 20 minutes of meditation after half an hour of running will keep your mind and body flexible.             

Take ample number of breaks

If you’re working two jobs only to make more money for financial security, you’re missing out on life. Also, make time for friends and family. Money may be a problem during your youth, but your weak body during old age won’t let you enjoy the wealth you have collected.

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