Here Are My Top 3 Tips on Mixing Work and Play:
1) I make it a point to enjoy myself after each speaking engagement, workshop, or signed contract ... after each small win ... I celebrate!
2) I do not accept all paid speaking engagements or all offers. I understand that this might not sound wise, but i feel that using our intuition can send us signals.
3) I make it a point to connect and build relationships with fellow speakers, organizers and conference attendees. Aside from the warm friendships I get to enjoy on a personal level ....I usually get clients from the audience!