Do It Tomorrow and Smell Like Success

I felt like a corporate super hero. Every vacation, I stayed plugged in. I checked emails, answered calls 24/7, and was 100% dedicated. Until I realized… I was doing it all wrong. We are all replaceable at work.

You are most productive when you protect and cultivate your energy by taking time off. Muscles need breaks to heal, bodies need sleep to recuperate, and professionals need time off to gain new perspectives, boost productivity, and stay healthy.

Here’s the truth: When you don’t step away, you not only burn yourself out—you also hold others back. You never give your team the chance to rise. Leadership isn’t just about directing and taking control; it’s about guiding and letting go. 🚀

I remember one vacation when a major issue hit my inbox. I had already assigned a team member to handle things, but by the second day, I got anxious—no follow-up emails? No fire drills? I reached out, expecting chaos.

Their response? “No worries, boss. Already handled. We got this. Enjoy your vacation.”

And just like that, I realized: The best leaders empower others to lead. The best team members step up when it counts—especially when others are on scheduled time off. So, are there simple tips of wisdom to take a real vacation? Absolutely.

🌟Golden Trifecta Vacation

✅ SET your Plan. Assign, align, and communicate key contacts, action steps, and escalation procedures at least two weeks before. Ensure your boss and management are clearly aligned.

✅ DESIGN your Unplug. Set an OOO response with escalation contacts—and actually put your phone away. Let it ring only for your boss or critical contacts. Everything else can wait. Most “urgent” emails solve themselves when you’re not around to respond.

✅ INVEST in Yourself. If you’re wired to work, spend your vacation working on you. Read that book, try a new activity, or have that long-overdue conversation with a loved one. You’ll be surprised at the fresh perspectives that come from stepping away.

“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes… including you.” – Anne Lamott

Be truly away when on vacay, and you’ll return still smelling, looking, and feeling like a vacation!

Enjoy the break. Trust your team. Remember real success includes knowing when to unplug.

You’ll be amazed at what happens when you Just Do It Tomorrow. 💯🔥

© Nuri Dimler 2025