What does it take to run a successful small business? From perseverance to organization, there are plenty of ingredients involved. But, most business owners will agree on this one: long hours. We have some tips to get closer to that seemingly elusive small business owner work-life balance.

With seemingly endless tasks, emails, phone calls, relationships, and commitments to juggle, small business owners dedicate the bulk of their time and energy to their businesses. Research conducted by Fundera states that 81% of business owners work nights and 89% work on the weekends.

Achieving work-life balance for small business owners can feel challenging, if not impossible, with only 25% of business owners saying they're successfully able to unplug from work.

So, what can entrepreneurs do? Are they forced to accept that their businesses will consume all of their waking hours? Is that just part of the job? Not quite. We have some tips to get closer to that seemingly elusive small business owner work-life balance.