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Oct 2024
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12 Things Successful People Do Every Day...

ANNE BACHRACH
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Sarah was tired. Not just regular tired, but the bone-deep exhaustion that gnawed at her focus. She juggled a demanding startup, two kids, and a nagging sense that her to-do list grew faster than she could check things off. It was like running a marathon where the finish line kept vanishing into the distance.

 

One afternoon, during a frenzied attempt to find an important email buried in an inbox avalanche, she stumbled upon an interview with a tech CEO famous for her laser-sharp productivity. 

 

The CEO didn't talk about crazy tricks or endless all-nighters. She spoke of small, consistent habits that gave her the mental space to tackle major challenges. Sarah thought, "If it works for her, maybe it could help me too."

 

Does Sarah's overwhelm sound familiar to you at all? 

 

We all want to feel on top of our game, not just surviving, but truly thriving in our careers and personal lives.  However, sometimes it feels like there simply aren't enough hours in the day. The good news is, productivity isn't about working harder; it's about working even smarter, as we have heard time and time again.

 

Let’s dive into the lives of successful people – from innovative entrepreneurs to world-class athletes  – and discover what certain daily practices set them apart from everyone else. I'm not talking about crazy bio hacks or superhero willpower. These are simple and actionable habits anyone can use to reclaim their time and boost their results.

 

Let’s explore 12 Things Successful People Do Every Day to Stay Productive

 

I’m the author of many books, including, Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.  

 

Aim for what you want each and every day!  

Anne Bachrach

The Accountability Coach™

 


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I’m the author of many books, including, Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.

Aim for what you want each and every day!

Anne Bachrach

The Accountability Coach™

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