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May 2024
40m 46s

ATG 178: Morning Mastery - Tips for a Pr...

JON ACUFF
About this episode

Do you want to learn how to make the most of your mornings? Join me and guest Jeff Sanders, author of The 5 A.M. Miracle: Dominate Your Day Before Breakfast and a renowned podcaster, as we look at ways to master your mornings and optimize your day. Jeff shares his expertise on the weekly review process and agile goal setting, offering invaluable insights into planning your week and setting achievable goals.

Learn the importance of setting smaller, actionable goals aligned with larger objectives. Jeff also shares about the tools and techniques he uses, from digital calendars to task managers, to streamline his workflow and maximize productivity. You want to hear this conversation!

Jeff's Book List:
Getting Things Done by David Allen
The One Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan
Essentialism by Greg McKeown
Effortless by Greg McKeown

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