Forget Time Management: Energy is the Real MVP

Stop Managing Time. Start Managing Energy.

Don’t get me wrong—planning your day is nice.

But let’s be real: What good is an extra hour in your calendar if your energy is at zero?

The most productive people in the world don’t manage their time. They manage their energy.

How many times have you pushed through your carefully laid plans, only to find yourself staring blankly at your screen, unable to focus?

The issue isn’t that you need more hours—it’s that you need more energy to fuel those hours.

No matter how you slice it, there are only 24 hours in a day.

And if you’re running on empty, no amount of careful planning can make those hours productive.

Here’s 4 ways to focus on energy management:

1. Track Your Energy Patterns
   Spend one week observing when you feel most energized and when you hit your low points. Use this information to schedule tasks based on your natural energy cycles.

2. Prioritize Restorative Breaks
   Forget powering through. Take short breaks every 90 minutes to recharge your brain and body. Whether it’s a quick walk, a 5-m…