Starting the day on the right track can work wonders for your productivity. We asked the Upwork Facebook community how they do it. From taking “me time” to using the first moments of the day to plan, these freelance business owners have it all figured out.
Check out these tips and maybe give one or two a try to see if there is one that will work for you, too!
“I make sure that my day starts right by:
- Eating Right. You cannot perform well if your body (and brain) is deprived of the nutrients and energy it needs. A healthy breakfast with a cup of coffee will do the trick. Setting Goals. Having goals or things you want to accomplish within the day will give you a clearer way on how to utilize your time for that day.
- Setting Goals. Having goals or things you want to accomplish within the day will give you a clearer way on how to utilize your time for that day. Getting Motivated. When you are motivated to achieve your goals for the day, then your focus will be geared towards achieving those goals.
- Getting Motivated. When you are motivated to achieve your goals for the day, then your focus will be geared towards achieving those goals.Setting a Good Vibe. Positive mind, positive thoughts equates to a positive day!”
- Setting a Good Vibe. Positive mind, positive thoughts equates to a positive day!”— Dingyull Delos Santos
“I start my day by counting my blessings. I believe that remembering the things I am grateful for is the best way to start the day. It helps me sort my priorities. It motivates me to give my 110% efforts. It also keeps my mind on the bigger picture and prevents me from getting caught up in small things.”
“At the start of the day, I put all my tasks that are supposed to be completed that day in Trello. I also specify how much time they will take (it doesn’t matter if the contract is hourly or fixed rate). I keep in mind that I have to complete the tasks in the specified time. In this way I can stay focused and am able to tell if I am on track or not.”
“[To start my day right I need] a well-lit room, a clutter-free table, well-organized working materials, a cup of coffee, and my daily dose of Upwork.”
“When I wake up, I check my emails first for the following 4 reasons:
- Is there something pending? Something not taken care of?
- Are there any updates or revisions from my clients?
- Are there any interview invitations?
- What’s due today or maybe tomorrow?
This helps me keep my profile and portfolio right on track.”
— Farooq Shah
“I start with a glass of water and some morning yoga. Always make time for yourself before you jump into your work day.”
— Samantha Kwm
“Start the day right by waking up with the body, mind, and soul full of positivity. Positive thinking will always be a way to attract positive things.”
“I treat my freelance work like I would a traditional job. I make sure I’m at my desk and working by a certain time, I make sure I take a lunch break, and I make sure I end the day by a certain hour so I don’t end up with freelancer burnout. It is easy to become a workaholic when you work from home, so finding balance is key for me—and a schedule is super important for that.”
How do you do you make sure you start your day on the right foot? Tell us in the comments!
Editor’s note: Responses edited for grammar, spelling, and clarity. The statements above are those of their authors and do not constitute the views or opinions of Upwork.
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