If you roll your eyes whenever you hear the term “work smart, not hard” you’ve probably learned a long time ago that you need to work both hard and smart. The work you want to accomplish in a day has to begin with a morning ritual that works for you. Try different things to get your day going, but make sure you have a routine that gives you the energy and allows you to be excited by your day and what you can get done. As you become a leader in your industry, you’re going to need to establish boundaries that allow you to be successful at work and at home so that you can continually perform at a high level.
‘Work Smart, Not Hard’ Is a Lie: Why Smart Is Nice but its Hard that Matters
Entrepreneur Article:
We’ve heard this phrase uttered many times and in a variety of ways. This simple statement tells us that if we find a way to be more efficient, we can work fewer hours and get just as much done. While that might be one goal to strive for, if you’re looking to be a high achiever, set your own standard and break through them, or venture out on your own, you’re going to have no choice but to put in the long hours to get more done than you ever thought you could. By setting a standard of getting more done in less time, you’re limiting yourself. By working from home you’re missing the personal touch and the contact with others. By performing only to the deadlines, you’re going to be an average performer.
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5 Tips for Creating a Morning Ritual That Sticks
Forbes Article:
The morning ritual that you create for yourself has to be one that makes you excited to greet the day, sets the positive tone for your entire day, and allows you to be as productive as you want to be. Preferably, your ritual will not involve a computer screen, but if checking emails and messages before you go for a morning jog or start your meditation works well for you, go right ahead. The point is, you’ve got to establish what works for you and not worry about what others are doing. You can take advice from other people, learn about some of the most productive morning routines, and then create the one that offers you the benefits and the success in your daily life that you’re going to want.
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The Most Successful Leaders Make These 4 Boundaries Clear
Inc. Article:
You can’t be a successful leader if you don’t make sure you’re able to live your life. As a leader, you have to realize that you’re human, not a robot and need to be taken care of and have time for yourself, for others, and for business. Because of this, you need to set standards and create boundaries that are going to allow you the ability to put your energies where you need to. Don’t say “yes” to everything, you won’t have time for the work you need to get done. Make sure the products and services you offer will bring the profits and relationships you desire. Avoid committing too much time and effort to social media connections. Make certain you have time for yourself to unwind and recharge after a long day. Ensure your boundaries are clearly communicated and you’ll be able to enjoy being a successful leader.
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