Manage your time and schedule tech-free breaks<\/b><\/p>\n One of the first things mortgage brokers learn is that a missed call is a missed opportunity. In this competitive industry, it is hard to disconnect from devices or take undisturbed time off. Consider setting aside intentional time away from screens, even for just five minutes throughout the day. If you are looking to find more structure in your workday, research different scheduling methods, like time blocking. Time blocking is a time management method where you divide your day into blocks of time. Each block is dedicated to accomplishing a specific group of tasks and nothing else. If you think time blocking may work for you (or some version of it), don\u2019t forget to block some time for a break!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Communicate early with clients\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n Set expectations with clients early and communicate often, even if there is no issue. If a client is feeling secure and confident in the mortgage process, you will too. Especially with pandemic-added stresses, keeping clients informed will help reduce their anxiety, which in turn, will help you feel more relaxed and in control. Setting aside time to connect with clients (even just to check in to say nothing has changed) can also help prevent unexpected phone calls during your personal hours.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Never stop learning\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n The more informed you are, the more you can offer to clients, and the less stressed you will feel. If a client comes to you with a tough situation, and you are confident in the arsenal of products and lenders you have to offer, it will make for a less anxious process for everyone involved. Build relationships with your lenders, take some time to study new products, and invest in your expertise.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Find outlets to destress\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n Finding an outlet to destress is a great excuse to try new hobbies and activities. You may want to consider meditating, journaling, or running, all of which have proven mental and physical benefits. In fact, one study found that \u201cexpressive writing\u201d is therapeutic. Participants in the study who wrote about stressful or emotional events were less seriously affected by trauma compared to those who didn\u2019t journal<\/span>. There\u2019s no one-size-fits-all answer but taking some time to figure out what\u2019s best for you is worth it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n At the end of the day, kindness is king. Remember that everyone is going through their own struggles, so make it a priority to be kind to yourself and others. Set up calls to check in with work colleagues or friends, and ensure you are taking breaks when needed. In order to take care of business, you need to take care of yourself first.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"Family](\"https:\/\/canadianlending.ca\/brokers\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/02\/Sometimes-the-most-important-thing-to-do-is-nothing-at-all-2.jpg\")
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