You wouldn’t tolerate a boss messaging you at nine o’clock on a Sunday. So why are you being that boss?

Rochelle shares her Switch Off Sunday rule: phone off on Saturday night, back on Monday morning. No emails, no WhatsApp and no “quick check” that turns into forty minutes watching someone restore a frying pan.

If working for yourself means you’re always available, this episode offers a practical way to set work-life boundaries, reduce mindless scrolling and reclaim your weekend. Find out how Rochelle prepares for a phone-free Sunday, sets an emergency contact route and lets Monday jobs wait until Monday.

Your tweak of the week: switch your phone OFF. Silent doesn’t count.

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Fully booked but still not earning enough? Your prices might need a promotion.

Rochelle Dallas tackles undercharging, rising business costs and the price of those “I’ll just do that for you” extras. For freelancers and self-employed business owners, this is a straight-talking reminder that nobody else is handing out your next pay rise.

Learn how to calculate your real hourly rate, spot scope creep and review your pricing to cover more than the hours you spend with clients. Rochelle also explains how raising your rates could mean more income with fewer clients, and how to communicate a price increase without an apologetic essay.

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Never work with children, animals… or family? Rochelle Dallas disagrees with that last one. From childhood market stalls to multi-million-pound businesses with her siblings, working with family has been behind some of her most rewarding projects.

In this episode of The Better Mondays podcast, Rochelle shares what makes a family business work: honest communication, trust and the maturity to make difficult business decisions without ruining Christmas. She explores the benefits of working with relatives, navigating stressful periods together and building something that raises the whole family up.

In this episode:

• Why working with family can be a strength in business.
• How communication, trust and honesty support successful business partnerships.
• Making tough business decisions while respecting family relationships.
• The benefits of shared goals, understanding and celebrating success together.
• What to consider before starting a business with a family member.

Is there someone in your family you’d love to work with, but you’ve held back because everyone says it’s a bad idea? This week’s check-in might give you a reason to rethink it.

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