THE SUNDAY SHIFT: Build momentum before Monday


January 26, 2025

Hi and welcome to the first edition of The Sunday Shift!

Here’s your quick shift for today:

⚡️ 1 Habit
Start tomorrow with 10 minutes of focus on your #1 priority.
Why it works: Tackling your most important task first reduces overwhelm, builds momentum, and sets the tone for the rest of your day.

📖 1 Story
One leader I worked with struggled to feel in control of their day. Their mornings often started with reactive tasks—answering emails, checking messages, diving into low-priority work, and the constant volume of fire drills coming in all directions. By lunchtime, they felt scattered and behind. Nothing seemed to be in their control, so intention and priority setting felt like a waste of time.

We made one small change: dedicating the first 10 minutes of their day to their #1 priority. They used that time to map out weekly goals, plan their team’s deliverables, and outline high-impact projects.

The result?

  • Clarity: They knew what to tackle next without second-guessing.
  • Momentum: That one focused task created a ripple effect for the rest of the day.
  • Confidence: They showed up for their team with a clear plan, reducing stress and increasing impact.
  • Leadership: The team showed up differently, feeling empowered to handle their work and come up with new ideas for improvements.

This small habit transformed their mornings from chaotic to productive—and it can work for you, too.

🎯 1 Focus
What’s one action you can take this week to simplify your workload?
Try saying no to one unnecessary meeting or delegating a task that drains your energy. Use that reclaimed time for what truly matters—your highest priority.

That’s your Sunday Shift! Start with 10 minutes of focused action tomorrow and watch how it shifts your week. Small adjustments create big results.

Let’s make this week bold, intentional, and energizing!

See you next Sunday,
Jenn

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