One of the biggest complaints I hear from small business owners is that they have trouble sleeping at night. They wear so many hats during the day that It's difficult to wind down in the evening. Worse yet, they wake up in the middle of the night after dreaming about a big project, or a client they forgot to call.

I'm guilty of this, too, which is why I thought it was appropriate to start my blog with this topic.

First and foremost, know you're not alone. It's natural. Your company's smooth operation weighs heavily on your shoulders, and you have invested countless hours and resources into making your business a success. In fact, generally-speaking, it's this exact dedication that helped propel you to where you are today, and, will continue to propel you to new heights in the future.

Here are a few simple tips for getting your sleep patterns back on track:

Improve your time management.
I'm sure you've heard the phrase, "If you fail to plan, you plan to fail." When it comes to managing your time efficiently, planning is the most important element. Make lists and set-aside enough time on your calendar to work on the projects with the highest priority. Before you go to bed each night, take a few minutes to list your goals and tasks for the following day. Once you've cleared these topics from your mind, you'll have an easier time relaxing and falling asleep.

Learn to say No.
I struggle with this one all the time. Before you take on a new project or venture, make sure you take some time to calculate the ROI. Is it a good fit with your mission? You may find that in some cases, a new project isn't as valuable as you first thought.

Avoid perfectionism.
I know you take your work seriously, and want your work to reflect you in a positive light. For those of you economic gurus reading this, you'll understand that at some point, though, you're dealing with the law of diminishing marginal returns. Limit yourself to a specific number of revisions, and/or ask a colleague to review your work. Remember--your customers' idea of perfect may not be equal to your idea of perfect.

Do you have any tricks or tips you can share?