We find out what SARAH WHARRIER Regional Sales Director, CMYK gets up to on a typical weekend
Do you ever have to work weekends?
Sometimes I do yes, if I have work to do that is time sensitive or a big workload that can’t be finished through the week. On the whole though, I try to keep my weekends free as I do be believe it’s important to have the right work/life balance. I think it’s important to be able to return to work on a Monday morning feely refreshed and with a clear mind, ready for the week ahead.
Are most weekends the same?
Well I’m not really one for routine so my weekends can range from chilling at home or spending time with my horses, to enjoying a weekend in London with friends/family, or going to the Lake District with my dog Pip… I love making plans and having adventures to look forward to on weekends.
Do you find it hard to switch off?
I must admit that I do at times, it can be hard to switch off from work when it’s important to you and you live and breathe what you do. I find exercise always helps to be able to clear your head, whether that be a nice long walk with the dog, a ride on my horse or sweating it out at Crossfit!
What do you do at a weekend which you can’t fit in through the week?
Catching up with friends over a long lunch, or binge watching a box set as I never seem to get time to watch tv through the week. Morning exercise or a recovery lie in? Usually I am up early every morning, whether that be through the week or at weekends. I always feel like I have wasted the best part of the day if I don’t get up early…although on the odd occasion a recovery lie in is definitely required after a night out with the girls and a few too many proseccos!
Big night out or a night in the house?
Both! I love a big night out as much as I love a quiet night in. But in reality I would say it’s probably a quiet night in more than often these days. Is that a sign I’m getting old?
Do you watch or play sport at a weekend?
Yes, I’m a keen equestrian and I’ve had my own horses from a very young age. I am an amateur showjumper, so I spend a lot of time at weekends training or at competitions. There is also a lot of preparation involved for competitions so that keeps me busy (and also means early mornings!)
Where do you like to eat out at a weekend?
I’m a big foodie and love to eat out, whether that’s at the local pub/Italian restaurant or trying somewhere new in town. I’m always happy when I’m eating and although I love to cook, I think it’s good to have a treat at the weekends and eat out, plus it means there is no washing up to do!
How important is the weekend to you?
Very important! I think we all deserve some downtime to enjoy ourselves when our work lives are so busy and we spend so many hours at work.
What’s the best thing about weekends?
Just being able to enjoy myself and have time to relax, unwind and cherish all of the things that I work hard for through the week, whether that be chilling at home, with my horses, spending time with friends and family or a weekend away.
Of a weekend, you’ll usually find me… At the stables, spending time with my horses.
