Summer has come to an end, at least the actual ‘days off from school’ part of summer. So that means that everyone is getting back to business as usual.
Do you work summer hours? I know many VAs who do, and it can be hard to get back into the routine when the fall hits.
We are used to getting up late, maybe a reduced workload, perhaps shorter office hours. Leaping back in can be a shock to the system.
So I have an idea for you.
Why try to get ‘back’ into your old routine? Why not actually form some new ones?
Growing in your business only comes from change, and the first one you can change is your daily routine.
I know what you’re thinking … your routine works for you. And it probably does. But is your business growing?
I made a simple change in the last couple of weeks and it has made a big difference in my productivity.
I started doing my planning at a different time of day. I used to sit down early in the morning and figure out what I needed to do for the day. I have a couple of hours in the morning before I start client work, and that was when I would come to my desk and start to organize my work schedule.
I have started to do this planning earlier in the week and it’s making a big difference.
So I lay out my calendar and my task list and I start to build my week out in advance, so I know what’s coming.
It’s just a small change, and one that doesn’t really take too much time, but it’s really helping me to plan my days better and I feel more relaxed in the mornings when I sit down to start my day.
And I still have those couple of hours each morning before I start my client work – so I am using those to make stronger connections with my audience and potential clients. And that will be good for business down the road!
What little thing can you change that might help you be more productive? more relaxed? more profitable?
I’d love to hear what you do!
And if you are stuck, I invite you to schedule a free consultation with me so I can help you identify what might help you grow. www.yourvamentor.com/15-min.