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It’s summer, and it’s July 5. I know you’re not around. Maybe you’re reading this on your phone at the beach or relaxing in a hammock. And if so – awesome!

I love this time of year, so let’s listen to one of my favourite summer songs, “Summertime Rolls” by Jane’s Addiction while enjoying a lighter look at work this week…

Vacation Guilt – Begone!

I don’t get it. Some clients tell me they feel guilty taking a vacation. Please don’t misunderstand; I really enjoy working and interacting with clients and challenging myself to problem solve and deliver the best solutions possible. But when the vacation switch gets thrown – I’m all in! I recently read that 40% of Americans leave unused paid vacation time on the table every year. What?!?!

Here are some tips to help you lose the vacation guilt:

  • Plan in advance
  • Set boundaries
  • Set the autoresponder
  • Give yourself an hour to deal with work
  • Keep remembering why you need a vacation!

Demand Generation Tune-up

We got together with Forrester earlier this year to talk about the SiriusDecisions Demand Spectrum model. Interested in learning how to identify weaknesses that reduce marketing effectiveness? Check out the webinar recording!

Hope you’re enjoying some well-earned time off! (And as always, don’t hesitate to call me to brainstorm or just say hello.)

Looking forward,
Rick

Rick Endrulat, President | ricke@v-causeway.com | www.linkedin.com/in/rickendrulat