You’ve been lied to about productivity—here’s the truth.

Happy Tuesday, my friend!

Today, I want to simplify a concept we’ve all been misled about—productivity.

Procrastinating and overthinking drain energy and lower the quality of your human experience.

They’re the enemies of progress and a form of self-sabotage.

We’ve got to stop.

Life’s too beautiful to be doing that.

Let me add to that quote real quick.

But first, what is productivity?

If you want to be productive, focus on energy management—not time.

Because... you can have all the time in the world and still achieve nothing (if you don’t use your energy well).

What is energy management?

We hear ‘time is money,’ but we overlook where we invest our highest energy levels—to maximize that valuable time.

Friend, energy is expensive—we must get this together ASAP.

The big question: where should you be investing your energy?

You wouldn’t waste your hard-earned cash on rubbish that drains your bank account, right?

A Really Helpful Method.

That said, here’s a helpful solution—I use daily—but recently named.

I created this to stop getting distracted by activities that aren’t progressive.

With this method, I’ve brought my finest ideas to life (art pieces, digital assets, written content, etc).

All while tending to Moolah (my chihuahua <3) and handling my daily responsibilities.

It’s been life-changing.

I want it to change your life, too.

*(Also, make sure to keep reading; there’s a goodie at the end for you! ;)

The High-Impact Energy Sync Method (Explained)

Okay, there’s some minor prep work before applying the HIES method.

But don’t worry; you’ll be more than set once you gather this info.

This part is the most fun for me, by the way!

Here, you figure out when you’re at your energetic best to complete your big tasks.

And when you’re at your lower energy levels for smaller tasks.

Write down these energy adjectives and the times you notice them.

Put them under each day of the week—and part of the day (morning, afternoon, and evening).

Also, label them as “High Energy” or “Low Energy”).

Note: You may not notice every time your energy fluctuates, which is reasonable.

Just pay attention and write out the patterns you do notice—they’re the key to scheduling each day.

Okay, now, it gets even better.

‏‏‎ ‎ Step 1: Identify Your High-Impact Tasks ‏‏‎ ‎

This is the most important step of each day.

They may cost a lot of money (your energy), but they’re the defining brushstrokes of your bigger picture—the goal you’re trying to achieve.

(And keep in mind that ‘bigger picture’ can mean a goal you want to achieve that day, by the end of the week, month, year, or at some other point in life).

Up to you.

Either way, give a ton of attention to those tasks because they will have the greatest strength and influence toward your larger goal.

Write them out.

Next:

‏‏‎ ‎ Step 2: Leverage Your Low-Energy Levels ‏‏‎ ‎

Let's not forget those inevitable moments when you may not have the energy but still have stuff to do.

'Cause, friend, the show must go on!

Plan to use those moments for less intense productive tasks.

(Like admin work, planning, reading, cooking, light cleaning, talking on the phone, etc.)

‏‏‎ ‎ Step 3: Smart-Sync Your Tasks Into Your Schedule ‏‏‎

Now, let's pair your high-impact tasks with those times of day when your energy levels are at their highest.

And we’ll pair your low-effort tasks with those low-energy moments when your energy dips.

Feel free to adjust these as needed—adaptability will be your bestie during this part.

You are an evolving being, after all. ;)

HIES in Real Life (Example)

Imagine this:

You’re handling a promotion-worthy project at work while working on your life-changing side business.

You’ve mapped out 2 high-impact tasks: a critical analysis presentation for work and strategic planning for your side business.

After applying HIES, you know that mornings are when you’re most energized—you’re electrified, full of ideas, deep thinking, and inspiration.

Like a superhero, you start knocking out your high-impact tasks from 8 AM-12 PM.

Done. Whew.

When your energy dips in the afternoon, you wisely switch to low-effort tasks—admin work, etc.

But, while completing them, you get a call from a co-worker needing to call out early, asking if you can cover an urgent client presentation in the next hour.

Ouu, chile.

Your current energy levels aren’t ideal for this sudden challenge.

So you quickly activate the HIES low-energy hack:

You grab some water and a snack and hit play on your favorite song (as you review your co-worker's presentation notes).

These elements recharge you—now you’re prepared to nail that presentation!

GIFT TIME!

To make applying this method easier, I made you 2 digital HIES worksheets you can use weekly and daily.

Psst...

If today’s newsletter inspired, helped, or offered you a new perspective on productivity, please do me a favor:

Can you pass it on to a friend looking to improve their productivity, too?

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Trust me, it gets way better.

Thanks for being a guest in my house! ;)

Love,

Wendu

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