People may not remember the late nights you worked, the days you were away, or the milestones you missed—but your children will. Do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life.

Balancing the demands of work and life while navigating the pressure of project deadlines can feel like walking a tightrope without a safety net. Imagine you're the captain of a ship, charting a course through turbulent waters. Your compass? Prioritization and planning. Start by mapping out your journey, setting clear, realistic goals for each leg of the voyage. Delegate tasks to your capable crew when possible, freeing up your time to focus on the high-priority challenges ahead. Don't forget to drop anchor occasionally—taking breaks to recharge isn't just a luxury, it's a necessity to avoid burnout. By steering your ship with a steady hand and a clear mind, you'll not only meet those deadlines but also maintain harmony .

A la hora de gestionar épocas en las que el trabajo ocupa también el tiempo de tu vida personal, realizarse tres preguntas: Si impacta en la relación con tus amigos, ¿que sientes cuando un amigo anula la agenda porqie tiene que atender su trabajo? Si tienes hijos, ¿que pensabas cuando eras pequeño y tus padres no podían atenderte como pedías porque tienes que entender que tengo mucho trabajo? Si tienes pareja, ¿que piensas si tu pareja está completamente ausente porque tiene un trabajo que terminar? Después de hacerlo, se honesto contigo, reprioriza y actúa en consecuencia.

A hard lesson learned, sacrificing your personal time won't be rewarded. I lost time with my only son in his most precious phase to "sacrifice for my career" the company mercilessly laid off 90% of the company without our annual bonuses. Meaningful work is what matters and personal time should NEVER be sacrificed. One helpful thing to try is segment the project, communicate with your team what you're confident you can achieve, challenge what might not have any value and ask your superior to help you prioritize aka tell them you won't be overworked!

I've always juggled work and family so I know that doing what you love is key to balance. At work, know where you add the most value or have the most to learn and focus on that. Sometimes you might need to say "no" or if you are over-committed then don't hesitate to ask for help. And make sure your hard work and honesty is appreciated. Prioritisation also applies at home. As a mother of 5, I couldn't logistically attend every parent/teacher meeting or football game - but I was always there for the big stuff and my kids could always reach me. The trickiest thing is taking time for yourself - but again, doing what you love is key. Finally, make your choices and don't stew or have regrets. Doing your best is always enough.