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\nThe well-respected entrepreneur, author and motivational speaker Jim <\/strong>Rohn once said, \u201cEither you run the day, or the day runs you.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n This is even more true for entrepreneurs who need to be at their best every minute of the day to grow their businesses and achieve their dreams. However, with the many hats you have to wear and projects you have to juggle, it\u2019s often not easy to maintain your focus.<\/p>\n To stay at the top of your game and keep your eyes on the prize, you should make being highly productive a second nature. Start cultivating these daily habits to boost your productivity and you may be amazed how your life can change:<\/p>\n 1. Design a Routine<\/strong><\/p>\n Having a routine can keep you sane, grounded, and consistent. A morning routine<\/a> helps you start the day with a positive outlook and set the tone for the day while an evening routine can give you the time and space to reflect and wind down. Following a bedtime routine also helps set your body and mind up for a good night\u2019s sleep, which is key to staying healthy and productive in the long-run.<\/p>\n 2. Prioritize Self-Care<\/strong><\/p>\n It\u2019s hard to focus and do amazing work when you feel sluggish. Maintaining physical fitness (e.g., working out) and mental calmness (e.g., meditation) is the key to staying energized and focused. It helps you sustain long-term high-performance no matter what life throws at you. Starting an exercise routine may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you have a mile-long to-do list but staying well mentally and physically can easily be your highest ROI activity!<\/p>\n 3. Align Your Actions With Your Priorities<\/strong><\/p>\n If the tasks you\u2019re doing aren\u2019t taking you where you want to be, you\u2019re just doing busywork that won\u2019t yield any meaningful results for you. Most people use various goal setting techniques \u2014 which is a great start \u2014 but you have to align your actions with your objectives in order to get to where you want to be!<\/p>\n Avoid any unnecessary meetings<\/a> or tasks that don\u2019t align with your priorities that day. Set milestones and check in regularly to make sure that you\u2019re on the right track to accomplishing your goals.<\/p>\n 4. Start the Day With the Hardest Tasks<\/strong><\/p>\n Recommended by Brian Tracy in his book \u201cEat the Frog<\/a>,\u201d you should tackle the most difficult or complex tasks of the day first thing in the morning when you\u2019re at your freshest. Doing so will give you the dopamine rush of accomplishing something worthwhile and set a positive tone for the day. This also prevents you from procrastinating on important action items while establishing a momentum that will make other tasks seem easy by comparison!<\/p>\n 5. Prioritize \u201cDeep Work\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cDeep work<\/a>\u201d is a concept from Cal Newport that gives you the ability to focus without distraction on a cognitively demanding task so you can quickly master complicated information and produce better results in less time. Deep work is the product of your time spent working on the most important tasks multiplied by the depth of focus you can bring to the work. You can achieve such a high level of productivity by blocking out uninterrupted time each day to work on your most important objectives with intense focus.<\/p>\n 6. Take a Nap, Strategically<\/strong><\/p>\n Taking a nap during the day can do wonders for your physical and mental health \u2014 especially if you plan to work late, slept poorly the night before, or need a boost of energy. However, you have to nap strategically to reap the most benefits.<\/p>\n Time your nap right (about 20 to 30 minutes) to avoid grogginess and sleep inertia. Plan your caffeine consumption right before you nap so you can wake up energized. Schedule your nap (e.g., 5-6 hours after you wake up) so it doesn\u2019t interfere with your bedtime, create a dark, quiet, calm environment, and use eye masks and earplugs to tune out distractions. Some companies even set up mattresses<\/a> in areas of the office so you can quickly get some shut eye.<\/p>\n 7. Stay Upbeat During the Day<\/strong><\/p>\n Your mood can have a significant impact on your productivity. Check-in with yourself regularly during the day and \u201ccourse correct\u201d if you find your mood heading the wrong direction. Besides taking a nap, you can stay upbeat by eating a mood-boosting snack (e.g., nuts, bananas) or doing some mindful breathing exercises to release stress. Also, take a walk outside since exposure to sunlight can uplift your mood and boost productivity.<\/p>\n 8. Plan For Tomorrow<\/strong><\/p>\n Before wrapping up your day, take a few minutes to plan your schedule for tomorrow. This will allow you to hit the ground running when you wake up instead of losing the precious momentum on figuring out what to do. You\u2019ll start your day organized, knowing exactly what high-value activities to tackle first, and how to chain together meetings and appointments to make the most of your time.<\/p>\n 9. Track Progress and Celebrate Success<\/strong><\/p>\n To make sure you\u2019re doing work that\u2019ll achieve the results you want, keep track of your progress to make sure you\u2019re heading the right direction. Set milestones for your projects, record benchmarks, and measure relevant metrics \u2014 doing so helps make your hard work tangible and allows you to visualize your achievements. Also, celebrate success regularly, no matter how small they seem. This will help you stay motivated and upbeat, which will, in turn, boost your productivity so you can achieve more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The well-respected entrepreneur, author and motivational speaker Jim Rohn once said, \u201cEither you run the day, or the day runs you.\u201d This is even more true for entrepreneurs who need to be at their best every minute of the day to grow their businesses and achieve their dreams. 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