5 Things You Should Do Before Leaving the House Every Morning

Do you spend your mornings battling the alarm clock, struggling to get the kids to school, and rummaging through the closet for something to wear? You're not alone. Many of us are not necessarily "morning people." But how a Realtor starts the morning sets the tone for the rest of the day.

You can feel better about your day when you start it out right. Complete them before you leave the house in the morning and set yourself up for success with these five simple tasks:

Make your bed.

It's surprising that something so simple can make such a big impact on your day. Research by Charles Duhigg in his book "The Power of Habit" found that making your bed each morning is correlated with better productivity. It's also been suggested that making your bed boosts happiness! The idea is that completing this small task makes a person feel more productive first thing in the morning. According to Duhigg, by creating this habit, you'll help your other positive habits to flourish. He argues that making your bed is essentially a catalyst for other good habits.

Take some deep breaths.

Does the idea of meditating sound a little too airy-fairy to you? That's ok, you don't have to spend an hour sitting cross-legged each morning. Morning is often the most stressful time of day for people. Clear your head with a few deep breaths and a few moments of silence before diving into your day. You'll benefit from even 4-5 minutes of this practice in the morning!

Avoid distractions.

Morning distractions can take on many forms, from hitting the snooze button too many times, to lingering on Facebook longer than you should. Most of us are pressed for time in the morning, so decide to complete all your important tasks before you switch on the TV or log into social media. Spend your time focusing and preparing for a successful day ahead. Social media is part of life in real estate, so if you must log in give yourself a timeframe and stick to it.

Reach for the water before the coffee.

This is another tip so simple, you'll be amazed when you feel the results! Since we don't drink anything throughout the night, we're dehydrated in the morning. Instead of reaching for the coffee pot as soon as your feet hit the ground, try a glass of water. Drinking a glass of water in the morning will help you feel more alert, rehydrated, and will kick-start your metabolism for the day. Many high-powered executives swear by drinking lemon water first thing in the morning, and it's an easy habit to start!

Review the day ahead.

Once your bed is made, you're hydrated and your mind is clear, it's time to focus on the day ahead. Check out your to-do's in the task list of your CRM to see what needs to be done for the day. A good real estate CRM is key to helping you start your day on the right foot.

Now you know the five things a real estate professional should do every morning! Once you've gone through these steps, you're already on your way to a productive and successful day!

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