Do you ever lie in bed and contemplate your next workday? You think, “I’m going to call that new customer after I’ve had my first cup of coffee.” Then he decides the call can wait and hits the snooze button a few more times.
We all want to be more productive and achieve success. But sometimes, we find it hard to motivate ourselves to take action, especially first thing in the morning. Getting started has less to do with whether you have the energy and more to do with your desire and willingness to do any given task. As an entrepreneur, you are passionate about your business. Once you dig in, start a project, and see the results of your work, you become even more galvanized. Stop delaying your success and start your day with enthusiasm by taking action.
1. START YOUR DAY THE NIGHT BEFORE. At the end of your workday, congratulate yourself on what you have accomplished. Don’t judge the size of your achievements; We appreciate you moving your business forward. Feeling good about what you completed during your workday sets a positive foundation for the next day. Tell yourself: “I love my business and I will create even greater success tomorrow.”
2. CREATE A RESULTS-ORIENTED TO-DO LIST FOR THE NEXT DAY. Goals provide focus for your workday and clarify what you are going to accomplish. State the reward associated with completing each task – recognizing the result of your hard work increases your motivation. After defining your goals, choose which task to work on first. Email your list to yourself or put it on your desktop. Then relax because now you’ve created a huge head start on your next business day.
3. TAKE TIME TO INVEST IN YOURSELF before the start of your workday. As an entrepreneur, you are the greatest asset in your business. You must take care of yourself. Choose a morning activity that you enjoy so that you can appreciate the beginning of each day. Whether it’s a morning walk around your neighborhood, a quick breathing exercise, or an intense physical workout, choose something to help you transition into your work day. Change up your morning activity weekly to avoid getting bored with the same routine.
4. VISUALIZE YOUR ACHIEVEMENT. Review your action list and focus on the results you indicated. Imagine the success you will achieve with each completed task. For example, imagine that your customers become happier and/or healthier after using your product or service. You can even generate some marketing ideas. Putting your brain in positive mode allows you to stay excited throughout the day. Trays are a natural part of life and growing a business. If a bad day happens, don’t despair. Be energized by your freedom to be your own boss and your ability to make change. Your goal is to continually learn and realize that owning your own business is more play than work.