Nutrition by Dawn - Blog

Last week we talked about personal boundaries. This week, let’s talk about business.

Here in New England, we’re finally seeing our first non-rainy weekend of the season, and July 4th is right around the corner. Summer is in the air. And with that comes the temptation to slow down, check out, and let things coast.

And honestly? That’s okay, if you’re doing it intentionally.

Just like with your health, you want to be mindful about what your summer in business looks like.

Ask yourself:
☀️ How do I want to feel in my business by the end of summer?
☀️ What do I want my business to look like come September?

If your answer is: “Exactly like it looks right now,” great! Then make a plan to maintain and protect what you’ve built.

But if you want to see growth, streamline operations, or avoid the dreaded fall scramble, now’s the time to get a few intentional things in place without letting business take over your whole summer.

Here’s how I’m approaching it this year:

1. Strategic Planning, Light Touch
   I sat down with my coach and mapped out my fall. Nothing crazy—just enough to know where I’m headed and what needs to happen now to get there.
    

2. Intentional Marketing
   I’m keeping things consistent, but light. This isn’t a season for hustle—it’s a season for sustaining, so the fall doesn’t feel like a fire drill.
    

3. Delegating & Outsourcing
   I’ve got a team that helps with my social, email, and backend so I can spend more time doing what I want this summer. I’m not trying to do it all myself, and I’m not afraid to let go of tasks I don’t enjoy.
    

4. Simplifying Systems
   Over the past few months, I audited my backend tools and let go of the ones I wasn’t using or getting enough value from. Now I have a leaner, more efficient business (and lower overhead).
    

5. Boundary-Setting with My Calendar
   I’m not letting myself wander through my workday. I block focused time for the things that matter most and then get outside to enjoy my summer.

This isn’t about grinding all summer long. It’s about setting yourself up for success so your business continues to support your lifestyle, not steal from it.

So here’s your permission slip: Protect your time, create a plan that aligns with your goals, and take a deep breath. You don’t have to do everything, just the right things.