The Thanksgiving long weekend looks different for business owners. While everyone else disconnects, many owners keep one eye on their notifications and the other on the work they’re “supposed” to be ignoring.
If you’re honest, the holidays don’t automatically bring rest. In fact, they often highlight how much of your business depends entirely on you.
Why the Long Weekend Doesn’t Feel Like a Break
Most business owners try to relax, but end up thinking about:
• Customer messages left unanswered
• Deadlines waiting on their input
• Admin work stacking up while they’re away
• Scheduling issues they’ll need to fix when the week starts
• Team members needing guidance or approval
You might be physically away, but mentally you’re still managing everything.
Why This Happens
Small and growing businesses usually rely heavily on the owner. That means:
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You’re the point of contact
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You handle the admin
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You manage the operations
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You put out fires
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You make the decisions
When that rhythm stops, stress fills the gap.
What You Can Do Before the Year Ends
This might be the right time to rethink how many hats you’re wearing.
Remote support roles like:
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Schedulers
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Admin assistants
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Recruiters
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Customer support staff
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Operations assistants
…can handle the work that keeps you from resting.
Delegating these tasks to trained remote talent means:
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Fewer late-night messages
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Fewer weekend interruptions
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More structure
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More breathing room
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And actual holidays where you can be present
If This Thanksgiving Felt Like Work
Take it as a sign. A business shouldn’t fall apart when the owner takes a day off. With the right remote team, you can step away without pressure or guilt.
And if you want help figuring out which roles can remove the most stress from your plate, SmartScale360 can guide you through it.
Your next holiday doesn’t have to feel like this one.
