4 MORNING-ROUTINE TIPS FOR A PRODUCTIVE DAY

Rise and shine! Want to start your day off right and have a productive day at work? Follow these tips to level up your morning routine.

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1. PREPARE FOR THE NEXT DAY THE EVENING BEFORE
Make a to-do list of the next day (and check it twice) to get a head start. That way, you can jump straight into executing tasks instead of needing more time to make a list. After planning the next day’s agenda, map out the order in which things should happen (and how) in the morning. This way you’re able to fall asleep the night before with not having the next day’s plans running through your head.

2. GIVE YOUR SNOOZE BUTTON A REST
Hitting ‘snooze’ seems like a good idea until that ghastly alarm goes off again five minutes later. When hitting snooze, your body re-enters the sleep cycle and goes into deeper sleep stages. That’s why you often feel groggy after waking up to your alarm’s repeat.

Although it’s tempting to get those extra winks, get out of bed as soon as the alarm goes off. A good tip is to get up and make your bed immediately. It will force you to start getting ready. Plus, your room is tidier, which will put you in a better headspace.

Also read: 10 tips for getting the best night’s sleep

3. EAT A NUTRITIOUS BREAKFAST
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, but we often skip it when rushing off to work. It’s critical to make time to eat breakfast to sustain your energy levels throughout the day. Wake up earlier to take a nutritious break and get a good balance of proteins, fats and carbs. Your body will thank you when you manage those deadlines!

Try one of these nutritious (and delicious) smoothies to kick-start your day.

4. DRESS FOR SUCCESS
Whether you're working from home or the office, looking your best can transform your attitude, confidence and self-esteem. Dressing up for work will help you to feel confident and ready to take on the day’s challenges. You can’t always control how your day will go, but how you present yourself is all up to you – and when you feel your best, you do your best. Put on that chic blazer and spritz your favourite perfume!

Also read: How to make school morning routines easier for everyone

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