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Vacations Are Important ...
July 5, 2023
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When you start waking up feeling like you’re brain dead, that’s a sign that you need to take some time off. It’s usually a two-way street, you need time away and your co-workers probably need a break from you too. Seriously, taking a vacation is necessary for your well-being.
The First Time I Was Paranoid...
During my early radio years it was hard to believe that I got paid vacations for something I never thought of as work. My first vacation was a little frightening on some level. I was paranoid and had all these “what ifs” in my head. What if my boss decided the guy filling in for me was better than me, what if they decided to eliminate my time slot, what if this or what if that, etc.Learning To Relax...
Those goofy thoughts gave me a queasy feeling in the pit of my stomach. I shared my feelings about taking a vacation with one of the veteran talents on the staff. I'll paraphrase what he said, "Everyone needs some downtime. You need to give people a reason to miss you. Don't underestimate what some days away from this sh#t will do to fire you back up. Stop worrying, it's just a vacation. No one is looking to replace you. Go do something fun and don't listen to any radio while you are gone."Disconnect, Have Some Fun ...
I know it's easier said than done but try and put the job out of your mind. It will be there when you get back. If you're a programmer, delegate responsibility in advance and if you're an air talent make sure you've completed all your assigned production before you leave. Whether it's a simple stay-cation or a trip somewhere, the change of scenery and pace will put your mind in a good place. The time off will pass quickly, but when you get back, you’ll be relaxed, focused, re-energized, and more productive. Take the time before eventually time takes you.
All Access Urban/R&B Editor Sam Weaver is also a radio talent coach and consultant, working with beginning and veteran personalities. His 35-year programming and on air career has covered CHR, Urban, Country, Sports, Talk, and Rock. Sam has worked in St. Louis, Detroit, New Orleans, Chicago, Memphis, San Francisco, Greensboro, Kansas City, Pittsburgh, and Dallas. Lists of other accomplishments include teaching in Chicago at Columbia College and hosting Westwood One's Superstars of R&B concert series. He has moderated or been a panelist at conventions for Billboard, NAB, NABOB, The Concave, and the Canadian Music Festival. For his coaching services, his web site is http://radiocoach.biz, phone, (888) 680 7234, or email, thecoach@radiocoach.biz.
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