Many people find it difficult to switch off during their leisure time.
Freelancers and the self-employed especially have problems finding a good work/life balance.
In an article for online resource 'Small Business', Marc Barber notes that people are often influenced to start a business of their own because they do not want to be constrained by a large company and want to achieve a better work/life balance.
However, starting a new business often means working longer and in effect doesn't give you a better grip on your working day.
The writer quotes Ronnie Wood, founder of ICM, as saying: "My working day is still 07:00 BST to 19:00 BST. You don't get rich owning a company, you get rich when you sell it."
It should be possible to save an hour each day that can the be reinvested in a leisure pursuit or spending time with loved ones
Focus on your time management skills
There are three main ways to improve time management, according to some experts: prioritising important work, knowing what goals need to be achieved and reviewing any spare time into the aspect of life which is lacking the most.
Break your day into hourly segments and make a list of every daily activity. Second, review these activities as it is important to be brutal in deciding whether or not the full day was used to the best effect.
It should be possible to save an hour each day that can the be reinvested in a leisure pursuit or spending time with loved ones.
Managing time effectively does not stop just when people head to bed for the night; the Sleep Council asserts that to make the most of the working day it is vital to get a good night's sleep.
Jessica Alexander from the Council comments that catching up on sleep in short bursts or naps in the afternoon is less effective than getting the recommended eight hours a night. "There is a big difference between a short power nap to improve alertness in a busy schedule and sleeping to possibly catch up on sleep deprivation," she says.
Professional indemnity insurance specialist Simply Business recently published an article on more health tips that can be vital to get energised to run your business.
So, while self-employed individuals and business owners may feel they have to dedicate more hours to their work, it is still possible to get the job done and have a little more spare time.
Get flexible with your working routine
Working flexible hours could be one way for people to achieve a better balance in their lives, as they can cut down on travelling time and be around their families more. 65.4% of people questioned by IT Job Board told the researchers that being able to work flexibly would improve their work/life balance appreciably.
