Are you ready to slay your day and maximize your success as a stylist? Setting yourself up for success starts with taking control of how you decide to start out each morning - this can be the difference between a productive, successful day or one that falls short. No matter what challenges the day might bring, having an intentional plan in place is key to achieving your goals - use these tips to set yourself up for greatness every single day!
The Power of Morning Routines - the importance of creating a consistent morning routine
Wake Up Earlier and peacefully
Waking up to the sound of an alarm that doesn't scream at me is a peaceful and happy way to start my day. As I'm not a morning person, nothing was worse than the thought of being yelled at before I even opened my eyes. Fortunately, I have found an alarm that lets me ease into the day gently. But with dogs, I can't just go into a place of bliss right away - they can be pretty demanding! Nevertheless, once they're settled I get 45 precious minutes to myself, where I can focus on relaxing, reflecting and engaging in activities that make me feel content and happy.
Coffee isn't something I need, it's something I want - and I only enjoy one cup! As I settle in to start my day, the perfect companion to accompany my coffee is a guided meditation. I'm particularly fond of Steve Nobel's mediations; although they take a bit longer, I find that the extra minutes are well worth it. When I don't have much time for a full mediation, Tony Robbins' 10 minute quick and clearing meditation is ideal. You can easily find both on Youtube! No matter which one you choose, meditating after my coffee brings so much fun and happiness into my morning routine.
Visualization
I love taking a few minutes in the morning to do some visualization. Visualizing my day ahead, the goals I am aiming for and the successes I have set for myself and my team always gives me such a happy feeling! It's like I'm already having success with all that I am doing before ever getting started. Taking just two minutes to close my eyes, relax and channel into this energy is a fun way to begin my day and sets me up with such a positive mindset.
Establish A Positive Mindset
Establishing a positive mindset and writing out my to-do list for the day not only helps me stay on track, but it also gives me motivation to complete tasks. At Polished Mane, we use the HOT-WARM-COLD system to ensure that we are prioritizing our work and delegating each task efficiently. Before starting any of it, we “brain dump” all of our ideas first so that we can go back through our compiled list and prioritize what needs to get done now and what can wait until later. This method really helps us stay organized, productive, and above all else, achieve success!
Exercise or at least get your body moving
The benefits of incorporating and moving your body is key to changing your physiology. If I can’t get to the gym I like to start my day the right way by getting myself into what I call a "Peak State". It's something relatively new that I've picked up from attending a Tony Robbins seminar. To do this, I listen to an upbeat and positive song - one that really gets me moving and grooving. You could even ask my team as they've often been asked to join in and dance with me before meetings - it always brings in the positive vibes! Incorporating some kind of physical movement into our daily routine is key if we are looking to shift our energy, state of being and set ourselves up for success.
Taking a few moments to properly plan out your day doesn't have to be time consuming, as long as you keep just a few key things in mind. You need to plan for success, make sure that your mental and physical health are taken care of and create the space you need for creative thinking. Start each day with purpose and don’t let life get the best of you. Remember, hard work never goes unnoticed. With the right morning plan, you will be able to maximize the opportunities each day and create amazing achievements - no matter how small they may seem at first! So rise up, seize this day and watch your success grow.
I’d love to hear how you start your day! Drop me a message and let me know
XOXO
RaChelle