How to Maintain a Work-Life Balance as an Independent Adjuster

It’s funny. The other day I was thinking about all the things I wish someone told me when I was first starting out in the adjusting world.

Let me tell you, my list was a solid mile long.

But maintaining a steady work-life balance was definitely close to the top of the list.

My hours are still pretty all over the place, but nowhere near as hectic as they were back in the day. 

Some days I would smash 15+ claims, and other days I would smash 3 – 5.

I didn’t really have a healthy medium and I think some of my pals were starting to forget about me. Just kidding – I wouldn’t let them. 

Sorry…getting a little sidetracked – let’s get back into the good stuff.

I know it’s much easier said than done, but you’ve gotta learn how to prioritize your time.

Just because your to-do list has ten tasks, doesn’t mean all ten tasks need to get done TODAY or even at all.

A pretty sweet method that helps me is the A,B,C,D method.

Here’s How It Works

I sit down and label every task on my list as either an A,B,C or D.

A tasks must get done.

B tasks should get done.

C tasks can easily be done tomorrow if need be. 

D tasks can be delegated or put on pause.

This method helps keep me grounded and gives me plenty of time to hang out with friends and family. 

You know what? Every day may not be smooth sailing, and that’s totally OK.

You’ve got this – and I am virtually cheering you on.

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