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It’s simple to be productive but it’s hard to be simple

By In Words, You

When your personal and professional journeys spiral out of control, it often happens by itself, without any effort on your part.
Fortunately, I developed some habits to stay productive no matter which way the wind does blow.
In today’s piece I will share with you the 4 simple habits that changed my journey, got me back in control of my destiny, and dramatically improved my productivity.
(NOTE: These are so simple and quick, you can start using them today)

1 Decide your words well

This is more important than you imagine: Always decide your words. Because words work, and then words work well for you in turn.

2 Define what a win looks like for you

When you’re busy being busy, it’s easy to get caught up in the the rocking horse work — work that creates movement but no progress — and lose sight of the bigger picture.
To correct this and pay the bulk of your attention on what matters, define what a win for the week means to you before it starts.
Spend 20 minutes on Sunday evening defining the win for the week ahead by writing down the 3-5 things that if accomplished you will know is a win.
Create a ¨Weekly Win PostIt” and place it on your desk during the week. If you ever find you getting lost in the daily grind, use the PostIt” to zoom out and ensure you refocus on the bigger picture, your vision of a brighter future.

3 Manage your energy not your time

I learned this years ago from Tony Schwartz: “Managing energy, not time, is the key to high performance and personal renewal, to prevent burnout and improve productivity.“ Tony Schwartz is spot on, the key to high productivity is managing energy, which is variable and all up to you, not time, which is 24 hours a day for everything. With a long-standing habit of writing away until the crack of dawn, sleep well, wake up full of energy, eat lunch like a champion, and then — BAM! — instant crash like someone hit me with a sleep hammer.
If you’re battling with the dreaded afternoon slump too, adopt the habit of the 20-minute post-lunch stroll. It’s a game-changer. Not only will your energy levels in the afternoon be as steady as a drummer in a marching band again, those 20-minute strolls are also more enjoyable than relying on energy drinks. Plus, science has got your back. A post-meal stroll can reduce blood glucose by up to 35%. Your body, your future, and maybe even your boss will thank you.

4 Invest 30 minutes per day into your vision

Simple math has it that you have 1,440 minutes in a day. Invest 30 minutes of that in building your vision for the future. That’s just 2% of your day. If you do it for a year that vision may become your reality.
You may say you’re not happy with your current journey in life, but are you doing the small things to change it?
Step 1: Get yourself a vision worth having. Step 2: Commit to investing 2% of your day to build a brighter future.
If you’re struggling with getting yourself a vision worth investing in and making it come true, order my upcoming new book, THE MIRACLE OF VISION, when it’s available at the beginning of March 2025 in affordable paperback and ebook formats with a huge 30% temporary preorder discount.

Small things become big things

These simple changes have the power to transform your productivity and the amount of things getting done. I should know for I’m talking of experience, the only source of knowledge. Now it’s time to get yours.
Extraordinary productivity is the result of ordinary acts done well over and over and over again. It may take longer than you expect. It may be hard to see when you’re in the chaos of the moment and the daily grind. But don’t give up, it will happen.

Never forget: Words work. Make them work for you is the most important thing you can do.

In case you struggle with having words work for you, as opposed to being a victim of words, you can book one of my 1 on 1 calls. I look forward to getting to know you over a virtual cup of coffee. Together we’ll find out how I can help you with bespoke solutions for a better life. My simple method will transform you only in ways you wish to be transformed.

IF YOU ENJOY MY POST consider supporting my work by preordering my upcoming new book, THE MIRACLE OF VISION…

…from Amazon when it’s available at the beginning of March 2025 in affordable paperback and ebook formats with a huge 30% temporary preorder discount. Mark your calendar, now is a great time to take advantage.

It’s simple to be productive but it’s hard to be simple

It’s simple to be productive but it’s hard to be simple

When your personal and professional journeys spiral out of control, it often happens by itself, without any effort on your part.
Fortunately, I developed some habits to stay productive no matter which way the wind does blow.
In today’s piece I will share with you the 4 simple habits that changed my journey, got me back in control of my destiny, and dramatically improved my productivity.
(NOTE: These are so simple and quick, you can start using them today)

1 Decide your words well

This is more important than you imagine: Always decide your words. Because words work, and then words work well for you in turn.

2 Define what a win looks like for you

When you’re busy being busy, it’s easy to get caught up in the the rocking horse work — work that creates movement but no progress — and lose sight of the bigger picture.
To correct this and pay the bulk of your attention on what matters, define what a win for the week means to you before it starts.
Spend 20 minutes on Sunday evening defining the win for the week ahead by writing down the 3-5 things that if accomplished you will know is a win.
Create a ¨Weekly Win PostIt” and place it on your desk during the week. If you ever find you getting lost in the daily grind, use the PostIt” to zoom out and ensure you refocus on the bigger picture, your vision of a brighter future.

3 Manage your energy not your time

I learned this years ago from Tony Schwartz: “Managing energy, not time, is the key to high performance and personal renewal, to prevent burnout and improve productivity.“ Tony Schwartz is spot on, the key to high productivity is managing energy, which is variable and all up to you, not time, which is 24 hours a day for everything. With a long-standing habit of writing away until the crack of dawn, sleep well, wake up full of energy, eat lunch like a champion, and then — BAM! — instant crash like someone hit me with a sleep hammer.
If you’re battling with the dreaded afternoon slump too, adopt the habit of the 20-minute post-lunch stroll. It’s a game-changer. Not only will your energy levels in the afternoon be as steady as a drummer in a marching band again, those 20-minute strolls are also more enjoyable than relying on energy drinks. Plus, science has got your back. A post-meal stroll can reduce blood glucose by up to 35%. Your body, your future, and maybe even your boss will thank you.

4 Invest 30 minutes per day into your vision

Simple math has it that you have 1,440 minutes in a day. Invest 30 minutes of that in building your vision for the future. That’s just 2% of your day. If you do it for a year that vision may become your reality.
You may say you’re not happy with your current journey in life, but are you doing the small things to change it?
Step 1: Get yourself a vision worth having. Step 2: Commit to investing 2% of your day to build a brighter future.
If you’re struggling with getting yourself a vision worth investing in and making it come true, order my upcoming new book, THE MIRACLE OF VISION, when it’s available at the beginning of March 2025 in affordable paperback and ebook formats with a huge 30% temporary preorder discount.

Small things become big things

These simple changes have the power to transform your productivity and the amount of things getting done. I should know for I’m talking of experience, the only source of knowledge. Now it’s time to get yours.
Extraordinary productivity is the result of ordinary acts done well over and over and over again. It may take longer than you expect. It may be hard to see when you’re in the chaos of the moment and the daily grind. But don’t give up, it will happen.

Never forget: Words work. Make them work for you is the most important thing you can do.

In case you struggle with having words work for you, as opposed to being a victim of words, you can book one of my 1 on 1 calls. I look forward to getting to know you over a virtual cup of coffee. Together we’ll find out how I can help you with bespoke solutions for a better life. My simple method will transform you only in ways you wish to be transformed.

IF YOU ENJOY MY POST consider supporting my work by preordering my upcoming new book, THE MIRACLE OF VISION…

…from Amazon when it’s available at the beginning of March 2025 in affordable paperback and ebook formats with a huge 30% temporary preorder discount. Mark your calendar, now is a great time to take advantage.

1 habit that’s transformed my life (no kidding, just 1)

By In You

Alright folks, gather ’round because I’ve got a little secret to share. There’s one (yes, just one!) habit that has taken my afternoon routine from “I need a nap” to “Let’s conquer the world!”

THE 20-MINUTE STROLL AFTER LUNCH

Here’s the scoop: A night owl for longer than I remember, I have a habit of keep on writing away until the crack of dawn, sleep well, wake up full of energy, eat lunch like a champion, and then — BAM! — instant crash like someone hit me with a sleep hammer.

I tried eating lighter meals, but they only left me hungrier and crankier (not cute).

Then a friend swooped by with a life-changing recommendation: “Why don’t you try a 20-minute stroll immediately after lunch?”

Genius! Why didn’t I think of that? Be it as it may, I gave it a whirl.

Fast forward to now: The 20-minute post-lunch stroll is magic! A game-changer. Not only are my energy levels in the afternoon as steady as a drummer in a marching band, the 20-minute strolls in my nearby park are also way more enjoyable than relying on energy drinks. This simple one (1) change has worked wonders in maintaining my energy levels throughout the rest of the day. If that weren’t enough, science has got my back. It’s scientifically proven a post-meal stroll can reduce blood glucose by up to 35%. I used to think it took a 50-minute jog to obtain similar results. Who knew a little walk could be such a powerhouse?

So if you find yourself battling the dreaded afternoon slump, grab your walking shoes and give it a shot.

Your body, your future self, and maybe even your boss, especially if you are your own boss, will thank you.

1 habit that’s transformed my life (no kidding, just 1)

1 habit that’s transformed my life (no kidding, just 1)

Alright folks, gather ’round because I’ve got a little secret to share. There’s one (yes, just one!) habit that has taken my afternoon routine from “I need a nap” to “Let’s conquer the world!”

THE 20-MINUTE STROLL AFTER LUNCH

Here’s the scoop: A night owl for longer than I remember, I have a habit of keep on writing away until the crack of dawn, sleep well, wake up full of energy, eat lunch like a champion, and then — BAM! — instant crash like someone hit me with a sleep hammer.

I tried eating lighter meals, but they only left me hungrier and crankier (not cute).

Then a friend swooped by with a life-changing recommendation: “Why don’t you try a 20-minute stroll immediately after lunch?”

Genius! Why didn’t I think of that? Be it as it may, I gave it a whirl.

Fast forward to now: The 20-minute post-lunch stroll is magic! A game-changer. Not only are my energy levels in the afternoon as steady as a drummer in a marching band, the 20-minute strolls in my nearby park are also way more enjoyable than relying on energy drinks. This simple one (1) change has worked wonders in maintaining my energy levels throughout the rest of the day. If that weren’t enough, science has got my back. It’s scientifically proven a post-meal stroll can reduce blood glucose by up to 35%. I used to think it took a 50-minute jog to obtain similar results. Who knew a little walk could be such a powerhouse?

So if you find yourself battling the dreaded afternoon slump, grab your walking shoes and give it a shot.

Your body, your future self, and maybe even your boss, especially if you are your own boss, will thank you.