Many successful
people share similar ideals and routines which play an intrinsic part in
their success. Does this happen by coincidence?
Of course not! Their
common routine and beliefs may set the foundation for their success. So here
are the 8 routines and beliefs successful entrepreneurs use every day.
1. They Have A Morning Routine
Author Laura Vanderkam
extensively studied the schedules of various high achievers. She found one
thing that they had in common; they got up early, and almost all of them also
had a morning routine.
Richard Branson is
also an advocate of embracing the
morning. Getting up early has lots of benefits. You get the chance
to be available and present before demands are made of you, and before you need
to start working on your goals. This can improve your mood, as you feel in
control of your life.
Getting up and completing
your morning routine will help you to feel confident and in control, ready to
handle the challenges that the day throws at you.
How To Adjust Your Schedule: Consider scheduling tasks you would
normally do in the evening in the morning instead. For instance, try exercising
before you go to work to help you feel revitalized and productive.
2. They Do Important Work First
Many people arrive at
the office and start their day with the little tasks, like emailing and admin.
However, our brains
are sharpest earlier in the day, so this is the best time to tackle
the more creative work that challenges you.
If you don’t get the
opportunity to work on your chosen tasks first thing, take matters into your own
hands; do the work from home, or come into work early.
How To Adjust Your Schedule: Set your schedule for the next day while
you are still at work. Plan your most important tasks for first thing in the
morning, and then respond to your emails before lunch to guarantee a productive
day.
3. They Stay In Control When Things Go Wrong
Many people start to
feel stressed and anxious when things don’t go exactly to plan, but these
things can happen on a daily basis. Successful people realize they cannot
control everything, and anticipate mistakes.
Dealing with problems
is a big part of being a successful entrepreneur. Plan for mistakes, and you
will deal with them rationally and efficiently as they arise.
How To Adjust Your Schedule: Factor In time every day to help you deal
with any problems that arise. Half an hour at the end of your working day is
ideal, as it means you can focus on the tasks you want to complete during the
day.
4. They Work Even When They Don’t Have To
First thing in the
morning, the evenings and the weekend are all times that most people are not
working. However, you could be wasting your productivity. Many successful
entrepreneurs will work whenever inspiration strikes, as they know they will be
more productive then than later.
If you have a great
pitch for work, strike while the iron is hot and get working – even if you’re
not in work.
How To Adjust Your Schedule: Plan two hours work you will do during
your free time, from replying to emails to making important calls. This will
help you to get ahead and stay ahead.
5. They Understand Teamwork
Many of the most
successful companies in the world were started with teamwork; Google was
founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin, Apple was founded by Steve Jobs and
Steve Wozniak, and Paypal was started by a team of five.
Being successful is
rarely about being completely independent – successful people are able to work
with others, able to compromise, and accept other ideas.
How To Adjust Your Schedule: If you work in a team alongside others,
schedule an email chain with your co-workers. Make a note to email your
co-workers at lunchtime if you do work on a project for feedback. This will
help your team to feel involved, encouraging them to share their opinions and
get involved.
6. They Keep Their Full Schedules In One Place
“It’s crucial to make
sure you record all your meetings and appointments in one place instead of
having them scattered throughout different calendars, notebooks, and apps,”
says Alexandra Weiss, a partner at CA Creative in New York.
Instead of planning
parts of your schedule on your phone, laptop, work computer and notepad, gather
everything together on one device. It won’t seem intimidating – it will seem
clearer and easier for you to understand. You don’t have to worry about fitting
everything in, as you can see your full schedule and arrange it as you please.
How To Adjust Your Schedule: Choose the device you are most comfortable
with and use the most, whether it is your smartphone or a notebook. Keep it on
you all day while you are at work, so you can adjust your plans accordingly
throughout the day.
7. They Take Their Work Seriously
Successful
entrepreneurs truly believe in their work and see value in what they do. It is
difficult to work productively and become successful if you don’t believe in
your work.
It is important to
stay motivated and not to get side tracked by people who don’t believe in you –
remember that if you believe in your work, you shouldn’t need the reassurance
of others.
How To Adjust Your Schedule: At the end of your working week, set aside
half an hour to review your goals and dreams, and see how you are progressing
towards them. This will help you to achieve your goals, but more importantly –
it will encourage you to truly believe in your goals.
8. They Relax When They Are Done
Worrying about work
while you’re not there can run you down, and actually make you less productive
when you start again. Author Tim Ferris recommends writing down your working
goal for tomorrow when you finish work, as this will help you to feel motivated
for the next day – so you can actually switch off for now, and enjoy your
evening.
How To Adjust Your Schedule: Write down three goals you want to achieve
during your next working day. Write down how you will achieve them too, as this
will help you to feel focused, so you can switch off and enjoy your down time.
I hope this helps you
to be outstanding.
That is all –
David
No comments:
Post a Comment