The Art of Self-Care : Taking Time for You : S13EP4

Zulfiqar Ali
Zulfiqar Ali Managing Director : 18 Years Experience

The Art of Self-Care : Lessons for busy creators (S13EP4)

Context: To stay successful for 18 years, you have to learn when to push and when to pause. In this episode of the Working For Yourself podcast, I document the art of self-care. I share how prioritizing your well-being isn’t a luxury: it’s a vital part of your business system.

Managing a media network can be overwhelming. Many people, from busy parents to working professionals, feel stressed by their daily routines. I have learned that taking time for yourself is essential for long-term growth. Below are the three simple ways I incorporate self-care into my life to stay focused and avoid burnout.

1

Understand the Importance

Self-care is often the first thing we drop when we get busy. I explain why taking time for yourself actually helps you get more done. It resets your mind and gives you the energy you need to handle complex business problems without getting stressed.

2

Small Daily Habits

You do not need a full day off to practice the art of self-care. I share expert tips on how to fit small moments of rest into your existing routine. These real-life stories show that even 10 minutes of quiet can change your entire outlook on the day.

3

Prioritize Well-being

I discuss how to make self-love a non-negotiable part of your schedule. By the end of this lesson, you will see that prioritizing yourself is not selfish: it is the foundation of being a great parent, professional, and business owner.

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Clarity

📣: The information talked about in this episode is not financial advice or recommendations. I am not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). 🎯: See our full disclaimer at trustedcreators.org/disclaimer/

📣: Views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Zulftalks.com or TrustedCreators.org.

The Next Objective

Staying healthy is part of your business strategy. Once you have a clear mind, you can focus on building the systems in your roadmap.

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Zulfiqar Ali
Managing Director

Zulfiqar Ali

Written by Zulfiqar Ali, Managing Director of Trusted Creators, a Google-certified Data Analyst, and a Level 2 Amazon Influencer. With over 18 years of industry experience, he specialises in bridging the gap between data-driven strategy and creative content production. You can hear his real-world experiences weekly on the ZulfTalks.com podcast.

I am Zulfiqar Ali, Director of Trusted Creators and host of the ZulfTalks Podcast. With over 18 years of experience as a commercial photographer and production analyst, I developed the Business Success Blueprint as a lived-experience guide for creators. Rather than a generic set of tasks, this blueprint is the documented diary of my personal transition from freelancer to business owner. I specialise in bridging the gap between creative content and the analytical systems needed to scale a media brand. Through my guides and weekly podcast, I share the genuine proof and hard-earned lessons from my journey to help you build a better path working for yourself.