Hey Friend,
Today, I want to give you a few simple steps to help you stop working 24/7.
(Yes, even if you work from home)
These are the exact steps I used with my coaching clients, Vince and Isabelle…
Today they both run eight-figure businesses, have kids, happy marriages, and finish work early each day.
But it wasn't always that way.
Like so many entrepreneurs, there was a time when they were buried in projects…
Working late into the evening and missing out on time with their families.
So stick with me for the next two minutes and I’ll show you the 7 steps we used to fix Vince & Isabelle’s work schedules…
...And how YOU can do the same.
1. Set hard boundaries
Start by setting clear boundaries with your family and team.
The goal is to eliminate distraction and interruptions so you can get through your work faster and more efficiently.
This means letting people know when you are and are not available…
And the appropriate times and ways for communicating with you.
2. Turn “ON” rituals in the morning
This provides you with a psychological cue that signals when it’s time to go from being a “super parent” to “super CEO” of your business.
This can be anything from a quick gratitude exercise…
Listening to a song that gets you dialed in…
Or putting on a hat or article of clothing that shows you’re in “work mode”.
Having these turn-on rituals is key if you're struggling to get at it first thing in the morning.
3. Shut “OFF” systems at night
It's one thing to turn yourself on in the morning…
But if you can't turn off work at night, you're going to run into a lot of trouble with your family.
So we need to install systems that can help you transition from super CEO back to super parent.
The most important thing is setting a cut off time for when you end your work day…
Figure out what this will be, set an alarm on your phone, and STICK to it!
I like to finish my work days with a “brain dump,” followed by planning the next day.
This clears my head and alleviates anxiety about work…
Because I’ve acknowledged everything and know I have a plan.
4. Add new habits
Get rid of the bad habits that hold you back and make you work all the time…
Do you constantly check email? Scroll social media?Stop in the middle of a work block to vacuum the living room?
Identify the things that are holding you back…
Then add in good habits which break that vicious cycle and instead create a “virtuous cycle”. (ex. Putting your phone on airplane mode, checking email at set times each day, etc.)
5. Fix your environment
If you're sitting in a distracted work environment you're never going to get your work done.
If you've got your phone, TV, and other distractions surrounding you, we have to fix that.
Keep your desk clear of clutter…
And make sure all distractions (phone, snacks, books, etc.) are at least out of arm’s reach.
6. Track and test
Track what you’re doing and record the results.
Then just do more of what worked each week and less of what didn't.
Whenever something seems like it’s having a negative impact, remove it and see if that helps.
This might seem simple but do not underestimate how powerful it is.
7. Get hardcore accountability
Isabelle & Vince were accountable to somebody they deeply did not want to disappoint:
Me.
They knew I would hold them to everything they said they’d do and provide guidance to help.
Having that kind of accountability to someone helped them move mountains in their life…
Just like it’s helped me move mountains in mine.
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Take 10 minutes this weekend to go through these 7 steps and plan how you can implement them next week.
I guarantee that when you do, not only will you find yourself working fewer hours…
You’ll also start seeing better results in your business (almost immediately).
Success Loves Speed,
Craig
PS - If you want more help building systems in your life and business so that you can work less, achieve more, and live the fullest life possible with your family…
You can book a free, no obligation info call at the link below to find out how we can help.
*Business Owners Only Please*
>> Go here to schedule your info call and stop working 24/7
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