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Automation became my silent partner in this journey. I recall wasting hours each week on repetitive emails and scheduling—until I set up simple tools like Zapier to handle the grunt work. Now, leads flow seamlessly into my CRM, and meetings book themselves. But it\it\it\it\evenings are device-free family time. I even schedule \weekends quarterly, hiking in the mountains to recharge. This isn\it\I tackle complex problems early, leaving afternoons for lighter work. And remember, balance includes mental health. I journal weekly to process setbacks, turning failures into fuel. Ultimately, this isn\it\we\re all learning.
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