Okay, i should start with drinking coffee but we all
do that already so thats off the list. These
down-to-earth tips will help get you going in
the morning, and keep you productive all day.
1. Check your to-do list. You do have one,
right? Okay, this habit really starts the night
before, when you make a to-do list before
going to bed. “Dumping” your to-do’s onto
paper (or digital calendar) helps you clear your
mind so you’ll sleep better (no worries about
forgetting stuff). Before you dive into your day,
take a moment to glance at your schedule. If
you’re like most small-business owners, your
to-do list might have a dozen or more items on
it. Figure out which are the must-do’s.
2. Do something for yourself. Whether it’s
exercising, meditating or even just taking a
really long, energizing shower, some type of
activity that feeds you and centers you is a
smart way to start the day. Any of these
activities can help you get in touch with your
subconscious—it’s amazing how solutions to
problems that seemed insurmountable when
you’re sitting at your desk can suddenly present
themselves when you’re not thinking about
them. (One of my business partners swears she
gets most of her best ideas while running.)
3. Have a routine. I’m not the most organized
person, but I’ve observed a lot of people who
are, and they have one thing in common: a
routine. Hey, it’s morning, your coffee hasn’t
kicked in yet, you’re not thinking totally clearly
and you need to get things done without really
thinking about them. Having a routine helps
you auto-pilot yourself through the basic tasks
of the morning (what to eat, what to wear)
before you really dig into the tough stuff.
4. Start with something big … or small. There
are two schools of thought about getting
started on your to-do list in the morning. One
approach says start with the biggest, most
important must-do of the day. The other
advises you to start with a few quick tasks you
can quickly check off your list to gain a feeling
of accomplishment
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