070. PERMISSION TO PAUSE: TRANSFORMING YOUR BUSINESS THROUGH REST

Here's a counterintuitive truth about business growth that surprised me - the creative business owners seeing the strongest results aren't the ones constantly working. Instead, they're mastering the art and reaping the benefits of periodically stepping away entirely. I've noticed something remarkable in my own business too - our biggest breakthroughs and clearest strategic decisions have often emerged when i gave myself true permission to rest. Today I'm sharing the evidence and strategy behind this approach, and why it might transform how you think about success in your creative business.   Key Moments: [01:35] Welcome and personal festive reflections [04:31] Why breaks matter most when we feel we can't take them [06:47] The research behind rest and business clarity [07:26] How strategic pauses differ from simply stopping work [10:11] Practical preparation for taking proper breaks [11:45] Building client trust through clear boundaries [13:21] How natural clarity emerges during real rest [15:52] The importance of unstructured thinking time [18:00] Strategies for maintaining clarity upon return   Notable Quotes:  "Strategic pauses help you recover and they create intentional space for growth. Those quiet moments, when we're not actively pushing forward, often become the foundation for our next phase of growth." "When we're constantly in motion, constantly responding and doing, we're often working from habit rather than intention. A strategic pause gives us the chance to see if those habits are still serving us well."   Resources Mentioned: Related Episode: 023 - 'How to Unlock Your Best Ideas' Read This Week's Full Journal Post   Share Your Insights: What has been your most powerful insight that came during a moment of rest? I'd love to hear your experience - Share your thoughts with me over on Instagram - @philippacraddock I'm always here and love to discuss your insights and experiences...    Never Miss an Episode: Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for behind-the-scenes insights, first access to new offerings, and weekly doses of practical wisdom for growing your creative business.

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Welcome to Passion to Profit, the business podcast for creative entrepreneurs ready to build a profitable, sustainable business. Your host, Philippa Craddock, believes the most successful businesses are built by recognising and embracing what you’re naturally brilliant at. Having grown her own design business from the kitchen table to a seven-figure global brand, she now helps creative business owners build energising, thriving businesses that truly value their time and expertise. Each week, Philippa shares practical, jargon-free advice on pricing, marketing, mindset, and growth, helping you charge what you're worth, show up with confidence, and build a business around your strengths, without the burnout. If you're ready to turn your passion into real profit, you're in the right place.