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The Smart Way to Return from Vacation Without Wreaking Havoc on Your Business
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Melissa Franks
In this second episode of the summer vacation series, Melissa tackles what most business owners don’t plan for—how to re-enter your business after time away.
Melissa walks you through exactly how to avoid chaos, confusion, and burnout when returning from vacation, and how to turn your re-entry into an opportunity for growth—for both you and your team.
You’ll learn:
- Why cannonballing back into your business creates unnecessary waves
- How to build in a “soft landing” day that sets the tone for a productive return
- The secret to observing, not reacting—so you can identify real trends instead of false alarms
- How to reconnect with your business vision and avoid shiny-object syndrome
- The importance of resetting routines and reinforcing boundaries
- Why a team debrief is your most underused leadership tool
If you've ever come back from vacation more stressed than when you left, this episode will shift the way you lead after time away.
Because the goal isn’t just a good vacation. It’s building a business that thrives in your absence.
🔗 Listen to Episode One of the Vacation Series: “How to Prepare Your Business for Time Away” if you haven’t already!