Over the last 5-7 years, I started to pay deeper attention to my time and energy. Understanding where time was going (at work and at home), noticing when I had energy and when I felt drained.
I realized that there were several ways I could understand my personal energy fingerprint. The first post I wrote on the topic was back in 2022 in a post titled “Managing Energy vs. Managing Time”. When I look at this post, I realize how far my thinking has come since then.
There are three elements I see as core to our energy fingerprint and those were outlined in this post: The first two – Source of Energy and Energy Curves were covered here. The third is my framework of the 7 modes of energy that were first introduced here.
This week, I focused on this third pillar and went deeper on Managing Energy at Work. This post helps each of us identify when our energy goes up and down throughout the workday. Understand the tasks that energize us and the ones that drain. We can think about the ups and downs to create our personalized work energy map.
My Other Posts This Week
The Second “Quarter”. As we move into April, this post describes how we might put different timelines around the month(s) included in this quarter based on our current life stage.
Book Review: Big Trust. The title of this post describes exactly what this is. The frameworks Dr. Shadé Zahrai outlines in the book are practical and focused on what you can do to start making change today – pushing out self-doubt and bringing in trust and confidence in yourself.
Chuck It List. We’ve all heard of the Bucket List. This post explores the opposite – knowing when it’s time to let go of something and remove it from the list.
Make Some Magic. The final post of the week highlighted how we can intentionally choose to make magical moments. Going out and creating the environment for serendipity to happen.
Podcasts That Caught My Attention
This week, these 4 podcasts topped the list. If you are a freelancer or solopreneur, the 9 smart business tips are for you. If you have a corporate role, take a look at the episode on building credibility in your industry.
Harness your Stress for Strength and Resilience. 11 minutes. Optimal Living Daily. This podcast covers how stress can be transformed by understanding triggers, embracing the feeling, and grounding in the present moment.
9 Smart Business Tips for Freelancers. 8 minutes. Optimal Work Daily. In this podcast, Mikey Rox shares advice for building a sustainable freelance career. For any current freelancers or those just exploring, this is a good episode.
The 5 Fastest Ways to Build Credibility in Your Industry. 14 minutes. Brands on Brands. For those not looking to build a business around their personal brand, this episode provides 5 ideas for increasing your credibility and reputation within your industry (could be within your company as well).
Go Outside for the Sunset. 5 minutes. Before Breakfast. This short episode reminds us of the awe we can encounter everyday just by taking the time to watch the sunset.
What Do You Think?
Do you see your energy peaking and falling at different points in the workday?
How are you looking ahead to the calendar challenges that April-June can bring?
What ideas did the posts & podcasts spark that you could implement in the week ahead?