Have you ever heard of the term “invisible workload”? It’s the mental weight of constantly planning, deciding, and thinking about everything that needs to get done. Even if you’re not physically doing all the tasks, the mental effort of managing them can be just as draining. If you’re a parent, especially a mum, this might sound all too familiar.

Consider these daily thoughts:

• What’s for dinner?
• What gift should we buy for the weekend birthday party?
• Lillie needs a dentist appointment.
• What are our plans for Christmas?

The list is endless. Even with help, sometimes it feels easier to handle things yourself than to delegate.

This invisible workload isn’t just a family issue—it’s a business one too. As a coach, you likely find that many of the tasks you handle daily fall into this category. These tasks aren’t always obvious or tangible, but they consume a significant amount of your time and energy.

For example:

• Deciding which team member should handle a task and delegating it.
• Regularly checking in on the progress of tasks: How’s project X going? Have we heard back from client Y?
• Making decisions, big or small, which all require mental energy (yes, decision fatigue is very real).

To some extent, the invisible workload is inevitable. As a business owner or coach, making decisions is part of the job. It’s one of the reasons you started your own business—to have control and not just be along for the ride.

However, as your business grows, the capacity and desire to manage all these invisible tasks diminish. The impact becomes apparent through increased exhaustion, frustration, and a slowdown in progress as tasks pile up waiting for your decisions.

To thrive, it’s essential to recognize this invisible workload and find strategies to manage it effectively. By doing so, you can focus more on what truly matters in your business and life, leading to greater satisfaction and success. If you’re ready to explore how to better manage your workload and optimize your business processes, let’s dive deeper together. Your growth and well-being are worth it.