475: The 5AM Miracle and the Free Time Formula: Focus on What Matters Most, Amplify Your Productivity, and Remain Flexible to Avoid Burnout with Jeff Sanders

Jeff Sanders is a keynote speaker, author of The 5 AM Miracle, and host of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast.
Jeff's latest book, The Free-Time Formula, launches in February 2018 and you can learn more at JeffSanders.com.
Quotes:
“The goal is figuring out what is ideal for you—what that balance looks like and how to make it happen.” – Jeff Sanders
“If you have a routine that's the same for more than a couple of weeks, I intentionally change it because I need that sense of freshness and newness to keep me more interested in my routine.” – Jeff Sanders
“Busyness does not equate to results. Most of the time, busyness just leads to overwhelm and stress, making you feel better even though nothing actually got accomplished.” – Jeff Sanders
Takeaways:
08:44 Early morning hours are the most powerful for focusing on your most important projects without distractions.
14:05 Morning routines should be flexible and adaptable to your current life goals and seasons.
17:11 Accountability and multiple systems can help you stick to productive morning habits.
26:32 Self-awareness and weekly reviews help prevent burnout and improve personal productivity.
34:10 Cutting unnecessary tasks from your calendar creates space for meaningful work and personal time.
Resources
- The 5 A.M. Miracle: Dominate Your Day Before Breakfast (Amazon Book)
- The Free-Time Formula: Finding Happiness, Focus, and Productivity No Matter How Busy You Are (Amazon Book)
- The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (Podcast)
- Jeff Sanders (Official Website)
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Filed in: Archive 2: 2017 • Interview • Podcast • Productivity