Time Management: You Can’t Do It All—and You Shouldn’t Try To
Let’s talk about that feeling where every day feels like a blur.
You’re the maker, the marketer, the shipper, the photographer, the email responder, the accountant, and—oh yeah—the entire customer service team.
You're doing everything, but still feel behind. And let’s be honest:
You are one handmade order away from a full-on meltdown.
Sis. You’re not lazy. You’re overwhelmed.
And it’s not because you need more motivation—it’s because you need a better plan.
Burnout Is Not a Business Strategy
Here’s the problem: too many craft business owners wear “busy” like a badge of honor.
We think if we’re tired, scattered, or booked to the brim, we’re doing it right.
But let me ask you this—what’s the point of having your own business if it feels like you’re working for a boss that never gives you a break?
Your time is your most valuable resource. Protect it.
Why Time Feels Like It’s Slipping Away
If you feel like you’re constantly chasing your to-do list, it’s probably because:
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You’re not prioritizing your most important tasks
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You don’t have time blocks or a set work rhythm
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You’re trying to do too much in a day
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You say yes too often (even when it costs you peace)
The truth is: you don’t need more hours—you need better boundaries.
Reclaim Your Time with a Few Key Moves
Here’s how to take back your schedule and your sanity:
1. Define Your Top 3 Tasks Daily
Every morning (or the night before), list the 3 most important things you must do. If you do more—great. But if you only do those 3? That’s still a win.
2. Time Block Your Week
Batch similar tasks together. Maybe Mondays are for making, Tuesdays for content, Wednesdays for admin. This stops the mental switching that drains you fast.
3. Track Where Your Time Actually Goes
For one week, jot down what you do each hour. You’ll be shocked at how many time leaks you’ll find (hello, accidental scroll sessions). Awareness is the first step to reclaiming control.
4. Give Yourself Office Hours
Yes, even if you work from your dining room. When the workday ends, it ends. You’re allowed to rest. In fact, your creativity requires it.
Action Step: Create a Weekly Workflow
Take 20 minutes today to map out a rough weekly schedule. Assign categories to each day (or block of time). For example:
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Monday: Make products
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Tuesday: Photograph & post listings
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Wednesday: Admin + orders
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Thursday: Marketing + engagement
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Friday: Flex day / catch-up
Post it where you can see it. Let it guide your week—not rigidly, but with rhythm.
You Deserve to Build at a Sustainable Pace
This business is yours. Which means you get to build it in a way that honors your time, energy, and well-being.
You’re not a machine. You’re a maker.
And makers need margin—space to rest, reset, and breathe between the hustle.
So pause. Prioritize. Plan.
Your future self will thank you for it.