"The key is in not spending time, but in investing it."🔑

Hey there, my friend! You know how crazy life can get, right? I know I do. We've got dreams to chase, goals to conquer, and a ton of stuff to do in just 24 hours. It's like a daily challenge – do we make it a success or let it slip into the black hole of failure? Let me spill the beans on how we can totally own our day and make those dreams come true!

Let's Get Real About Planning ⏰ Remember that quote that everyone throws around about Benjamin Franklin? Well, if you don't, here it is, "Failing to plan is planning to fail." It's so spot on! Right? So, here's the deal: let's start our day with a game plan. List out all the stuff we've got to do, and then break it down into what's super important and what can wait a bit. That way, we tackle the most important things first and knock 'em out of the park! Sometimes that is all we have time for, so this is where you should really put all of your effort right off the bat.

Work Smarter, Not Harder ⏰ Ever heard of the Pomodoro Technique? Sounds fancy, right? But it's a game-changer. I've used it for years and there are a few little tweaks that you can make here and there. We dive into work for 25 minutes straight, no distractions allowed. That means put up your phone, take off your smart watch, throw on some noise cancelling headphones and dig in. Then, after those 25 minutes of intense work, we take a 5-minute breather! After four rounds, we treat ourselves to a longer break. It's like a productivity party – work and fun, both in the mix!

One Thing at a Time ⏰ Okay, we need to clear this up: multitasking is a sneaky myth. Is a misnomer because there is no such thing! The brain cannot multitask, simply switch back and forth between tasks but this compromises quality. Trust me, I dug into this and found out that doing one thing at a time is where the magic happens. We give our full focus to a task, and bam, quality work. No more juggling a million things and dropping the ball. When you put your focus into one thing the quality of your work improves so everyone involved is happy.

Happy Body, Happy Mind, Epic Success ⏰ Guess what? Crushing it isn't just about time. It's also about taking care of ourselves. Sleep – yeah, we need it and I do not get enough of it. I've struggled for year with how to shut off my brain and get some quality shut-eye. What can I tell you, I'm a work in progress. Exercise – it's like fuel for our brain and reduces stress. I go to the gym about 4 times a week and love how I feel after. Give it a shot. Good eats – gotta feed that success machine! Harvard says well-being and productivity go hand in hand. So, let's get enough sleep, hit the gym, and toss in some veggies for good measure.

Tech, Our BFF and Nemesis ⏰ Tech can be our sidekick or our villain, depending on how we play it. We're talking apps that keep us on track, calendars that are our lifelines, and software that's like our personal assistant. But wait – we gotta dodge those digital distractions. UC Irvine says tech rocks when we use it wisely. So, let's be smart about it! When it is time to focus and get to work have a plan for your tech distractions that way they won't creep up on you and become a time thief.

It's not about following a set list of rules but really figuring out what works for you so that you can remain productive and really get the most out of life. You don't want to look back on your time here on Earth wishing for a do over because I hate to tell you this, it's not coming.

So, instead of living with regret, #reclaimyourtime and make the most of what has been given to you. Trust me, you will never regret an investment in yourself.

Time is the canvas, efficiency is the brush, now go paint the life that you’ve always wanted.

🚀 #SuccessStrategies #GamePlan24/7 #CrushItDaily #reclaimyourtime #graficallyyours

👉 Check out this video I found on using the Pomodoro technique I mentioned above. If you get a chance to try it and love what it does for you, drop me a line at maribel@graficallyyours.com. I love to share what these time and productivity techniques do for others in hopes to inspire everyone to give it a go.

Recommended Resources & Links That I Love

Time Blocking Template | Time Blocking is a long standing practice that can not only help you organize your schedule but also teach you how to maximize your time for what you want to accomplish in business and in life! These templates helped me when I began my time reclaiming journey many years ago and I have used them to keep track of my life ever since. 

Smart Goal Setting Template | A goal, written down with a plan broken into manageable steps can make your dreams become a reality. I believe in this so much that I have that quote on my office wall. This resource can help you take action and complete a set of steps in order to achieve any goal you set your mind on. As you create your S.M.A.R.T. goals, think about the kind of future you want to live and how these can get you there.

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Highlights of this Blogisode that you don't want to miss:

🌟 Working Smarter NOT Harder- The use of the Pomodoro Technique: Youtube video on how to apply this technique to your daily life included

🌟 One Thing at a Time- Multi tasking is a myth, what to do instead of this

🌟 Self Care Equals Epic Success- How getting some sleep and exercise can help you make the most of your day

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Implement a daily practice for using that newly found time to YOUR advantage

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