Dreaming of success and setting goals are crucial steps, but theyâre not enough. The only way to achieve your dreams and build the business youâre meant to create is by rolling up your sleeves and doing the work.
But hereâs the truth: the doing is where many of us stumble.
We overbook our calendars until todayâs priorities become next weekâs overdue tasks. We procrastinate on what matters most while checking off the ânice-to-dos.â And sometimes, we simply take on too muchâeven when we know better.
So how do you stop spinning your wheels and start gaining traction? Try these five productivity hacks that top coaches swear by:
Your rituals shape your day. You likely have a morning ritual (wake up, brush teeth, work out, shower, get to work), an evening ritual (help the kids with homework, relax, head to bed), and even weekend routines.
The problem? Some of these habits can turn into time-sucking distractions.
For example:
Distractions like these can derail your best intentions. Evaluate your daily rituals and identify whatâs stealing your time. Once you streamline your habits, youâll notice an immediate boost in productivity.
If you feel like you donât have time for a new project, take a hard look at your calendar. Block off time for everything youâre already committed toâathlete calls, administrative work, workouts, meals, and even downtime. Whatâs left might surprise you.
By scheduling all your commitments, youâll get a clear picture of your availability. Plus, youâll avoid over-promising or overcommitting, keeping your business (and sanity) intact.
Newsflash: You donât have to do everything in your business. In fact, you shouldnât.
Hand off lower-priority tasks to someone else, like a virtual assistant (VA). Hire a VA for admin work, a tech specialist for your website, or an accountant for bookkeeping. This will free up your time for the high-level work only you can do.
Pro Tip: I recently hired a fantastic VA on Upwork, and itâs been a game changer. Take the time to interview candidates carefullyâmany claim to be VAs but donât actually enjoy or excel at the work. Choose wisely!
Youâre not a machine. You canât run at full throttle all day, every day, and expect to stay at your best.
Schedule time off. Take a day to rechargeâwhether thatâs going for a long bike ride, having lunch with friends, or simply relaxing.
For me, Sundays are about balance. I knock out my long bike or run early, then spend the rest of the day rechargingâwhether thatâs hanging out with girlfriends or binge-watching a movie (phone and computer-free!).
Taking breaks isnât just good for your well-being; itâs also a productivity booster. When you return to work, youâll feel refreshed and more creative.
Hereâs the hard truth: multitasking doesnât work. You canât write a new coaching program, scroll Facebook, supervise the kids, and answer the phone all at once.
Instead, use your calendar to block time for your most important tasks. Then eliminate distractionsâturn off your phone, close social media, and make sure no one interrupts you. When you give your full attention to one thing, youâll get it done faster and with better results.
Managing your time and mastering productivity doesnât come naturally for most people. But when you commit to refining your habits, managing your calendar, delegating, and taking breaks, youâll find your businessâand your personal lifeâwill thrive.
Whatâs one productivity hack youâll try this week? Let me know in the comments!
