The key to a strong morning routine is to keep it simple and consistent. The first two hours of my day looks like this: 5:35 AM – Opportunity Bell (Alarm) I lay out my clothes the night before so I do not waste time trying to figure out what to wear. It is like elementary school all over again. 5:35 AM – Hygiene I brush my teeth (duh!) and shave. I use video email to connect with clients and prospects, and a clean shave looks better on camera. Plus, my wife likes me with a fresh shave so it is a win-win. Also at 5:35 AM – Priority Time (Audio) Last year, I read through the bible chronologically with the Bible Recap (it was fun and super easy to follow). This year, I am doing a deep dive into the New Testament with the YouVersion bible app. Listening to the Word of God as I wake up transforms my heart and my head. It sets the tone for the day. I like maximizing my time during mundane tasks such as toothbrushing and shaving. 5:45 AM – Morning Brew I keep it simple with a nice glass of freshly squeezed orange juice. 5:45 AM – 6:05 AM – Priority Time Continued Enjoying my fresh morning brew, I read my bible plan study guide notes for a deeper understanding of what I listened to during my brush/shave time. I watch any corresponding videos and I pray. Sometimes, I read out loud Zig Ziglar’s Self-Talk Card (but quiet enough not to wake anyone up). I use Zig’s biblical version self-talk card. 6:05 AM – 6:15 AM – Email and Socials I check my email and social media. I have to be intentional on not checking my email or socials before Priority Time, otherwise, it turns into Time Suck Time. Have we connected…
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