A common question I’ve gotten through out my career is what to do on Sundays. Should you work? Should you relax? That answer is completely up to you and your goals. But one thing we can all agree on, is that preparation in the insurance business is very important. These 4 Sunday tips will help you position yourself for a successful Monday.
1. GET ENOUGH SLEEP
Many times, we throw away our typical schedules on weekends – telling ourselves that staying out late or getting less sleep is “no problem” since it’s the weekend. But this habit sets us up for failure by making it hard to get up on schedule on Monday morning. Our quality of sleep dictates our energy, which dictates our enthusiasm which trickles all the way to our ability to perform. If you’re not getting quality sleep during the week, Sunday is a good day to catch up.
2. MAKE SOME TIME FOR FUN
A weekend should be a break from work, not a continuation of it. A recent study showed that one-third of US employees work additional hours on weekends (entrepreneurs and insurance agents like us are especially guilty of this work-related sin). Think about taking the weekend to relax, unwind and pursue your hobbies. Remember, Warren Buffett plays the ukulele in his spare time. If he’s got time for fun, so do you!
If leisure time is a foreign concept to you, try spending time playing with your children, doing an art project, enjoying time with a spouse, or just going for a walk. Do something you’ll enjoy. Make a habit of having fun on weekends to clear your mind and come back to the office feeling refreshed.
3. VISUALIZE YOUR BIG PICTURE
Weekends are an important opportunity to step back and look at the big picture. How are things going in your personal and professional life? An unhurried Saturday or Sunday is a good time to reflect and plan for your future business assault. Are you happy with your career? Are you happy with your production? Is your family and home life healthy? All of these mentions play a significant role in a successful career as an agent.
Get into the habit of reviewing your progress on monthly or yearly goals. Have you been able to workout three times a week? If not, how can you work it in this coming week? By tracking how your goals are progressing, you can make serious progress quickly.
4. PLAN YOUR WEEK TONIGHT
Many people don’t think about the work week until it’s upon them. That’s asking for trouble. It’s much better to think about and plan the week ahead on Sunday night than Monday morning.
This means planning everything from the outfit you’ll wear the next day to deciding who will pick up the kids and what’s for dinner. Get kids in on the act by having them choose their school clothes and making sure they have everything they need in their backpacks ahead of time. This habit will save you a TON of headache on Monday morning, enabling you to be much more successful during the week.
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