4 Morning Habits of the Highly Successful
Ever wonder what the world’s most successful professionals are doing when you’re hitting the snooze button? It’s probably simpler than you think. Considering that most of these successful people are also “morning people,” not necessarily because they were born that way, but because they understand and cherish the value in taking the time to optimize their entire day from the moment they wake up. If you want to save time, reach your goals faster, and be more productive during your workday, try incorporating these five morning habits shared by the world’s top achievers.
- Make more ‘morning time’ – highly successful habit. This may seem like a no-brainer, but getting up one to two hours earlier each morning may be extremely beneficial to your professional success. For starters, a greater span of time in the morning before you go to work allows you to think clearly and set daily goals before you’re bombarded with projects, e-mails, and requests from co-workers. Also, you’re much less likely to be rushed – and late for work. Having more time at the beginning of the day will open up great opportunities to set a positive course for the rest of the day.
- Map out the day – highly successful habit. As mentioned above, one of the biggest advantages of having morning time is the ability to strategize proactively. When you’re not rushed and under pressure, you can think more clearly and concisely about what it is you have to accomplish and how you want to execute your plans. So, in the tranquil hours of the early morning, have a seat, reflect on your priorities, and jot down the day’s game plan.
- Get moving – highly successful habit . The benefits of regular exercise at any time of day are boundless, but the benefits of exercising in the morning carry over into your entire workday. Not only will you feel proud of yourself for getting your workout in first thing, but the physical perks of exercise – the release of endorphins, the reduction of tension, the increase in energy and oxygen flow – all work together as a one-two-punch to your workload. Especially if you find yourself routinely lagging behind your agenda, get up early enough so you can exercise in the morning. You’d be surprised at the difference in your work performance after making this a successful habit.
- Eat a good breakfast – really – highly successful habit. Experts have been telling us for years that eating breakfast is a crucial component in maintaining good health and a healthy weight. It is no wonder, then, that eating breakfast is also extremely beneficial to our cognitive functions, and thus, our productivity. By eating breakfast, you will improve your ability to concentrate on tasks, and you won’t be desperately eyeing the clock hours before your lunch break. Even if you’re not a normal “breakfast eater,” even a little bit of nutritious food in the morning is far better than nothing.