As a successful entrepreneur, I’ve had to cultivate a morning routine that sets my day up for productivity. If you are reading this article, then chances are that you too have some degree of motivation to become a successful entrepreneur.
If so, I recommend the following morning rituals:
- Focus on most important tasks first
- Positive mindset
- Creating connections and improving relationships
- Healthy breakfast
If you can focus on these four things first thing in your morning routine, I know you will have great outcomes. Every person is different, and these tips can be easily tailored to your specific life.
Focus on Most Important Tasks First
Personally, I wake up at 7:00AM, 5 days a week no matter what is going on in my life. I look at my highest priority tasks and try to knock out at least one. This motivates me, because I don’t do anything else until I can complete that most important task.
For other people, this could be changed to something else important like checking emails first thing. Or maybe researching questions for crypto currency investors.
The key is to put priorities on the top things that are important to you so that you can cut out all distractions and get straight to work.
Positive Mindset
People that have positive mindsets take time out of their day every morning to get in the right headspace. Starting the day with a positive outlook will surely affect the rest of your day. I personally meditate.
I feel this is the most important part of my morning ritual, because it sets the stage for positivity and productivity. Meditation has many benefits. Some of these benefits include being more patient, grounded, and having a better understanding of yourself.
Positive mindsets are important to have, because it could easily change the way you look at any situation. You can either see the glass as half empty or you can see the glass is half full. It’s your choice to take a negative view or positive view on your life.
Meditation isn’t for everyone. Another way to get a positive mindset would be reading inspirational books or listening to motivational speeches from people like Tony Robbins. Many people find gratitude journals a helpful tool as well.
If nothing else, try exercise! This will boost your endorphins and help you start the day feeling refreshed and energized.
Creating Connections and Improving Relationships
You may be familiar with the quote “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” In my opinion, there is no truer statement. So many of my opportunities and good fortune in life have been due to connections.
Keep in mind, one of the most important parts of creating connections is starting with yourself. Be self-aware. Think about your strengths and weaknesses, your values and what you stand for in life. This can help shape who you are as a person to create a better network.
Most people go through life without any direction or purpose until they find their passion. Once you know who you are, you can seek out relationships that are beneficial personally and professionally. For example an informal team meeting to start the day can have lasting benefits for the team. Or spreading some love on LinkedIn can help grow your connections.
Healthy Breakfast
I like to start my day with a nutritious breakfast. If you start your day eating unhealthy food or worse no food, then it will surely affect the rest of your day.
I personally like a simple protein shake with fruits or eggs and bacon on whole wheat toast with some tea. I find that this breakfast helps me feel energized all morning long. Your body needs energy to think clearly!
No matter your dietary preferences, there are plenty of healthy breakfast inspiration out there. If you have a hard time getting breakfast in, meal prep or choose something easy to make. I like protein shakes because I can enjoy them on the road or during a meeting.
Everyone is different, and finding the right morning routine takes some trial and error. Find out what works best for you. You can either have a new morning routine or build off of your current one. No matter what you decide to do, make sure that it makes YOU happy!
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Until then,
Brennan Balzi