Can Small Business Owners Take Vacations? | business.com

One of the upsides of running your own business is that you can set your own schedule and adjust it as needed. However, one of the downsides of being your own boss is that it’s not always easy to take time off. “You must plan ahead — not only for your relaxing trip but also for any work that needs to be done when you’re away,” explained DeAnna Spoerl, co-owner and director of client services at Bear Icebox Communications.

While this process requires diligent planning and thought, it is possible — and important — to take a break, for both you and your company. Here’s how you can take a worry-free vacation as a small business owner.

How to take a vacation as a small business owner

Follow these tips to ensure your business is taken care of without sacrificing your necessary R&R.

1. When possible, plan vacations around slow periods.

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