The 5 AM Miracle with Jeff Sanders: Healthy Habits | Personal Development | Rockin’ Productivity

During my sabbatical in the month of February I am in "Monk Mode." On the podcast I will be featuring fun and energetic interviews of me discussing everything from waking up at 5 AM to being insanely productive. Enjoy! We have all have a great story to tell. In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/) I share my interview on the Story Signals Podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/story-signals-matt-ragland/id816659988?mt=2), hosted by my friend Matt Ragland (http://mattragland.com/). (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/secret.png)Photo Credit: rist2796 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/12654904@N05/9555180380/) via Compfight (http://compfight.com) cc (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/) Listen to Episode #085 Download the Script Here you have access to the script that I use to record each episode. This is not a complete word-for-word transcript, though it does provide you with a detailed account of what I do to produce every episode of this podcast. Download the script (http://jeffsanders.com/media/scripts/5amScript085.docx). Resources Mentioned in the Show * Story Signals Podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/story-signals-matt-ragland/id816659988?mt=2) [hosted by Matt Ragland] * The Original Episode on Story Signals (http://storysignals.com/jeff-sanders-5am-miracle/) [Episode 6] Subscribe to the Show To make sure you don't miss a single episode of the podcast, subscribe with your favorite platform. * iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/) --- iHeartRadio (http://jeffsanders.com/iheartradio/) --- Stitcher (http://jeffsanders.com/stitcher/) --- Spreaker (http://jeffsanders.com/spreaker/) --- RSS (http://jeffsanders.com/feed/podcast/) Review the Podcast in iTunes If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review my podcast in iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/). I recorded a quick 2-minute video (http://jeffsanders.com/review-a-podcast-in-itunes-video/) to show you exactly how it's done. This will help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch! Next Week Next week on the podcast I will be sharing my interview on The Running Lifestyle Show (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-running-lifestyle-show/id900777739?mt=2), hosted by my friend Kari Gormley (http://www.therunninglifestyle.com/about/).

During my sabbatical in the month of February I am in "Monk Mode." On the podcast I will be featuring fun and energetic interviews of me discussing everything from waking up at 5 AM to being insanely productive. Enjoy! Who doesn't love bananas? In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/) I share my interview on Beyond the To-Do List (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-to-do-list-personal/id554734474?mt=2), an amazing podcast hosted by my friend Erik Fisher (http://beyondthetodolist.com/). (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/energy.png)Photo Credit: 3oheme (https://www.flickr.com/photos/31044991@N04/5141328136/) via Compfight (http://compfight.com) cc (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/) Listen to Episode #084 Download the Script Here you have access to the script that I use to record each episode. This is not a complete word-for-word transcript, though it does provide you with a detailed account of what I do to produce every episode of this podcast. Download the script (http://jeffsanders.com/media/scripts/5amScript084.docx). Resources Mentioned in the Show * 2015 Reader Survey (http://jeffsanders.com/2015-reader-survey/) [Tell me a little about you!] * Beyond the To-Do List Podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-to-do-list-personal/id554734474?mt=2) [hosted by Erik Fisher] * The Original Episode on Beyond the To-Do List (http://beyondthetodolist.com/energy-jeff-sanders-jeffsanderstv-on-energy-rituals-and-ideal-days-bttdl077/) [Episode 77] Subscribe to the Show To make sure you don't miss a single episode of the podcast, subscribe with your favorite platform. * iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/) --- iHeartRadio (http://jeffsanders.com/iheartradio/) --- Stitcher (http://jeffsanders.com/stitcher/) --- Spreaker (http://jeffsanders.com/spreaker/) --- RSS (http://jeffsanders.com/feed/podcast/) Review the Podcast in iTunes If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review my podcast in iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/). I recorded a quick 2-minute video (http://jeffsanders.com/review-a-podcast-in-itunes-video/) to show you exactly how it's done. This will help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch! Next Week Next week on the podcast I will be sharing my interview on the Story Signals Podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/story-signals-matt-ragland/id816659988?mt=2), hosted by my friend Matt Ragland (http://mattragland.com/).

What are your most powerful habits? In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/) I discuss the fascinating power of anchor habits. (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/anchorhabits1.png)Photo Credit: BiLK_Thorn (https://www.flickr.com/photos/24803959@N00/378798650/) via Compfight (http://compfight.com) cc (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/) Listen to Episode #083 Download the Script Here you have access to the script that I use to record each episode. This is not a complete word-for-word transcript, though it does provide you with a detailed account of what I do to produce every episode of this podcast. Download the script (http://jeffsanders.com/media/scripts/5amScript083.docx). Resources Mentioned in the Show * Nominate The 5 AM Miracle for a Podcast Award! (http://podcastawards.com/) [All 3 Categories: People's Choice, Best Produced, and Business -- Deadline is February 2, 2015] * Podcast Name: The 5 AM Miracle * Podcast URL: http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/ (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/PodcastAwards11.png) Action Steps * Solidify your first and most important anchor habit: waking up early. * Choose one habit that will immediately follow your anchor habit. * Measure your progress each and every day on a habits tracker spreadsheet. * Join The 5 AM Club to download my habits tracker (http://jeffsanders.com/join-the-5-am-club/). Subscribe to the Show To make sure you don't miss a single episode of the podcast, subscribe with your favorite platform. * iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/) --- iHeartRadio (http://jeffsanders.com/iheartradio/) --- Stitcher (http://jeffsanders.com/stitcher/) --- Spreaker (http://jeffsanders.com/spreaker/) --- RSS (http://jeffsanders.com/feed/podcast/) Review the Podcast in iTunes If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review my podcast in iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/). I recorded a quick 2-minute video (http://jeffsanders.com/review-a-podcast-in-itunes-video/) to show you exactly how it's done. This will help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch! Next Week Next week on the podcast I will be sharing an interview of me on the Beyond the To-Do List podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-to-do-list-personal/id554734474?mt=2), hosted by my friend, Erik Fisher (http://beyondthetodolist.com/).

Are you doing your most extraordinary work? This week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/) features an interview with Kory Kogon (http://franklincoveyspeakersbureau.com/speakers/kory-kogon.php), a leadership and productivity expert at FranklinCovey, as well as co-author of the new book, The 5 Choices (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1476711712/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1476711712&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=CX4B6XSX6O4VQZ7M). (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/the5choices.png)Photo Credit: FranklinCovey (http://www.franklincovey.com/tc/) Listen to Episode #082 Download the Script Here you have access to the script that I use to record each episode. This is not a complete word-for-word transcript, though it does provide you with a detailed account of what I do to produce every episode of this podcast. Download the script (http://jeffsanders.com/media/scripts/5amScript082.docx). Resources Mentioned in the Show * 5: Where Will You Be Five Years From Today? (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1932319441/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1932319441&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=A4B5PV2OPH6IQ5BH) [book by Dan Zadra -- Affiliate Link] * Kory Kogon (http://franklincoveyspeakersbureau.com/speakers/kory-kogon.php) [Global Productivity Practice Leader for FranklinCovey] * The 5 Choices (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1476711712/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1476711712&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=XZ555P22H2IOULKU) [book by Kory Kogon - Affiliate Link] * FranklinCovey (http://www.franklincovey.com/tc/) [The Ultimate Competitive Advantage] * The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1451639619/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1451639619&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=VWXBIBZRLQAPKG3I) [book by Dr. Stephen R. Covey - Affiliate Link] Action Steps * Prioritize your day the night before to prevent urgent interruptions from knocking you off task. * Create a list of your key roles in life and use those as energy drivers during your workday. * Buy your copy of The 5 Choices (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1476711712/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1476711712&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=XZ555P22H2IOULKU) and discover how to unleash your extraordinary abilities every day. Subscribe to the Show To make sure you don't miss a single episode of the podcast, subscribe with your favorite platform. * iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/) --- iHeartRadio (http://jeffsanders.com/iheartradio/) --- Stitcher (http://jeffsanders.com/stitcher/) --- Spreaker (http://jeffsanders.com/spreaker/) --- RSS (http://jeffsanders.com/feed/podcast/) Review the Podcast in iTunes If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review my podcast in iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/). I recorded a quick 2-minute video (http://jeffsanders.com/review-a-podcast-in-itunes-video/) to show you exactly how it's done. This will help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch! Next Week Next week on the podcast I will be discussing the fascinating power of anchor habits.

What's the biggest project on your calendar this week that you haven't started on yet? In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/) I share 5 strategies to conquer procrastination. You don't do that, right? Yeah, me neither. (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/conquer.png)Photo Credit: cobblucas (https://www.flickr.com/photos/25962164@N04/4819051850/) via Compfight (http://compfight.com) cc (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/) Listen to Episode #081 Download the Script Here you have access to the script that I use to record each episode. This is not a complete word-for-word transcript, though it does provide you with a detailed account of what I do to produce every episode of this podcast. Download the script (http://jeffsanders.com/media/scripts/5amScript081.docx). Resources Mentioned in the Show * The One Thing (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1885167776/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1885167776&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=FD7N5BOJNNURWTWA) [book by Gary Keller - Affiliate Link] * The 10-Minute Momentum Method (http://jeffsanders.com/10-minute-momentum-method/) [blog post] Action Steps * Make a list of your natural tendencies. When you procrastinate, what are you doing? * Write down a solution for each of your tendencies so that the next time one pops up, you're ready. * Reorganize your schedule for tomorrow. Prioritize your most important project first, ahead of everything else. Subscribe to the Show To make sure you don't miss a single episode of the podcast, subscribe with your favorite platform. * iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/) --- iHeartRadio (http://jeffsanders.com/iheartradio/) --- Stitcher (http://jeffsanders.com/stitcher/) --- Spreaker (http://jeffsanders.com/spreaker/) --- RSS (http://jeffsanders.com/feed/podcast/) Review the Podcast in iTunes If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review my podcast in iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/). I recorded a quick 2-minute video (http://jeffsanders.com/review-a-podcast-in-itunes-video/) to show you exactly how it's done. This will help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch! Next Week Next week on the podcast I will be interviewing Kory Kogon (http://franklincoveyspeakersbureau.com/speakers/kory-kogon.php), a leadership and productivity expert at FranklinCovey, as well as co-author of the new book, The 5 Choices (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1476711712/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1476711712&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=CX4B6XSX6O4VQZ7M). Kory and I will be discussing how you can overcome the 3 biggest challenges to daily productivity that are holding you back from consistently doing extraordinary work.

Have you set your big goals yet for the new year? This week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/) features my second interview with Nicole Antoinette. This is part 2 of our discussion on her journey to run 3,000 miles across the United States. Listen to our first conversation in episode #55 (http://jeffsanders.com/055-running-3000-miles-an-interview-with-nicole-antoinette-podcast/). (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/nicoleantoinette.png)Photo Credit: iStockPhoto (http://www.istockphoto.com/photo/motion-blur-athlete-running-20816120) Listen to Episode #080 Download the Script Here you have access to the script that I use to record each episode. This is not a complete word-for-word transcript, though it does provide you with a detailed account of what I do to produce every episode of this podcast. Download the script (http://jeffsanders.com/media/scripts/5amScript080.docx). Resources Mentioned in the Show * Calm.com (http://www.calm.com/) [meditation app for iOS and Android] * LifeLessBS.com (https://www.lifelessbullshit.com/) [Nicole's homebase] Action Steps * Acknowledge to yourself NOW that failures and setbacks are definitely going to happen -- AND -- make a plan for what you will do WHEN those disasters strike. * If you want to avoid injury, treat all of your workouts as physical therapy. * Set one big goal in one area of life that matters most right now. Subscribe to the Show To make sure you don't miss a single episode of the podcast, subscribe with your favorite platform. * iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/) --- iHeartRadio (http://jeffsanders.com/iheartradio/) --- Stitcher (http://jeffsanders.com/stitcher/) --- Spreaker (http://jeffsanders.com/spreaker/) --- RSS (http://jeffsanders.com/feed/podcast/) Review the Podcast in iTunes If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review my podcast in iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/). I recorded a quick 2-minute video (http://jeffsanders.com/review-a-podcast-in-itunes-video/) to show you exactly how it's done. This will help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch! Next Week Next week on the podcast I will be discussing 5 strategies to conquer procrastination.

Have you already made plans for the new year? In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/) I discuss why you should forget annual goal setting and start using a simple strategy that will ensure you make progress on your most important projects. (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/forget.png)Photo Credit: Takashi(aes256) (https://www.flickr.com/photos/46151146@N04/9431612485/) via Compfight (http://compfight.com) cc (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/) Listen to Episode #079 Download the Script Here you have access to the script that I use to record each episode. This is not a complete word-for-word transcript, though it does provide you with a detailed account of what I do to produce every episode of this podcast. Download the script (http://jeffsanders.com/media/scripts/5amScript079.docx). Resources Mentioned in the Show * This is Your Life Podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/this-is-your-life-michael/id502414581?mt=2) [hosted by Michael Hyatt] * How to Effectively Plan and Execute Audacious Goals for the New Year (http://jeffsanders.com/024-how-to-effectively-plan-and-execute-audacious-goals-for-the-new-year-podcast/) [episode #24] * The Most Important Skill in the 21st Century (http://jeffsanders.com/053-the-most-important-skill-in-the-21st-century-podcast/) [episode #53] * Essentialism (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0804137382/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0804137382&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=MO6TMEUMAABVCI4X) [book by Greg McKeown - Affiliate Link] * The ONE Thing (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1885167776/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1885167776&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=FD7N5BOJNNURWTWA) [book by Gary Keller - Affiliate Link] Action Steps * Create your Grand Goals List. * Create your 90-Day Plan for the first quarter of 2015. * Create a Daily Habits Plan to ensure you make progress each and every day on your current projects. Take the Podcast Poll Subscribe to the Show To make sure you don't miss a single episode of the podcast, subscribe with your favorite platform. * iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/) --- iHeartRadio (http://jeffsanders.com/iheartradio/) --- Stitcher (http://jeffsanders.com/stitcher/) --- Spreaker (http://jeffsanders.com/spreaker/) --- RSS (http://jeffsanders.com/feed/podcast/) Review the Podcast in iTunes If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review my podcast in iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/). I recorded a quick 2-minute video (http://jeffsanders.com/review-a-podcast-in-itunes-video/) to show you exactly how it's done. This will help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch! Next Week Next week on the podcast I will be interviewing Nicole Antoinette (http://www.lifelessbullshit.com/). A few months ago, Nicole and I chatted on the podcast about her huge goal of running across America. We will get an update on her journey and find out just how much work it is to prepare for such an ambitious adventure.

Is your schedule a bit unpredictable? This week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/) features an interview with Rabbi Evan Moffic (http://rabbi.me/). We discuss how a spiritual leader uses GTD strategies to manage an incredibly busy and unpredictable schedule. (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/rabbievanmoffic.png)Photo Credit: Rabbi Evan Moffic (http://rabbi.me) Listen to Episode #078 Download the Script Here you have access to the script that I use to record each episode. This is not a complete word-for-word transcript, though it does provide you with a detailed account of what I do to produce every episode of this podcast. Download the script (http://jeffsanders.com/media/scripts/5amScript078.docx). Resources Mentioned in the Show * Your Windowless Cubicle is Doing Horrible Things (http://www.fastcompany.com/3039266/your-windowless-cubicle-is-doing-horrible-things-for-your-sleep-and-mental-health) [Fast Company Article] * Philips goLITE BLU Light Therapy Device (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001I45XL8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001I45XL8&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=6OYJF4RCM56VP6QU) [Affiliate Link] * Rabbi.me (http://rabbi.me) [Rabbi Evan Moffic's blog] * Congregation Solel (http://www.solel.org/) [Rabbi Moffic's Chicago-based Synagogue] * Wisdom For People of All Ages (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0989110001/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0989110001&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=NUA7CCCRUL7DH6CP) [book by Rabbi Evan Moffic - Affiliate Link] * What Every Christian Needs to Know About Passover (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1501800000/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1501800000&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=2DW5NBL2SVZF2UB2) [book by Rabbi Evan Moffic - Affiliate Link] * Getting Things Done (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0142000280/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0142000280&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=OQHCS5NUIEKV5KOV) [book by David Allen - Amazon Affiliate Link] * Nozbe (http://jeffsanders.com/nozbe) [GTD-based task manager] * OmniFocus (https://www.omnigroup.com/omnifocus/) [GTD-based task manager for Mac] * Evernote (http://evernote.com) [your digital brain] * Scrivener (http://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener.php) [Writing Software for Mac] * Michael Hyatt (http://michaelhyatt.com) [leadership blogger, podcaster, and speaker] * Philips Wake-Up Light (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F0W1RIW/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00F0W1RIW&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=SZM6C7N2IPW56VZL) [Affiliate Link] * Day One Journal (http://dayoneapp.com/) [digital journal] * Essentialism (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0804137382/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0804137382&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=QN2CLK7VKCLFCRIC) [book by Greg McKeown - Affiliate Link] * Platform Conference (http://www.platformconference.tv/) [from Michael Hyatt] * Storyline Conference (https://www.storylineconference.com/) [from Donal Miller] Action Steps * Schedule tomorrow on paper, tonight. * Schedule a recurring brain dump for your ideas, tasks, and projects. * Schedule focused blocks of time (http://jeffsanders.com/best-productivity-strategy/) for your most important tasks. Rabbi Moffic's Daily Schedule * Wake up between 5:00 and 5:30 am with Phillips alarm with lights (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F0W1RIW/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00F0W1RIW&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=SZM6C7N2IPW56VZL) * Drink one liter of water * Coffee * Read Bible or something well-written * Journal for 10-15 minutes with Day One Journal (http://dayoneapp.com/) * Affirmations and prayers (hope, gratitude, study for the day) *

Ready for a little inspiration? In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/) I share the NEW Vision Board. Cutting pictures of Ferraris out of magazines is old school. Discover how to make your goals actually come to life. (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/visionboard.png)Photo Credit: Jeff Sanders (http://jeffsanders.com) Listen to Episode #077 Download the Script Here you have access to the script that I use to record each episode. This is not a complete word-for-word transcript, though it does provide you with a detailed account of what I do to produce every episode of this podcast. Download the script (http://jeffsanders.com/media/scripts/5amScript077.docx). Resources Mentioned in the Show * Wakie (http://wakie.com/) [Download the app on iOS (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/wakie-social-alarm-clock/id879488038?mt=8), Android (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wakie.android), or Windows (http://www.windowsphone.com/en-us/store/app/wakie/e5bed0d1-f695-4598-859e-5ef8055c590f)] * The Secret (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000K8LV1O/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000K8LV1O&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=MOJARQM3PESTJCKE) [Amazon Affiliate Link] * 48 x 36 inch Cork Board (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001TQ7TSA/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001TQ7TSA&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=4MRPPQJW2735USXI) [Amazon Affiliate Link] Action Steps * Buy a cork board (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001TQ7TSA/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001TQ7TSA&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=4MRPPQJW2735USXI) to hang on your wall. * Make a list of your Top 3-5 life goals and descriptions of the process to get there. * Fill your NEW Vision Board with inspiring reminders of what you going to be doing very soon to work towards your grand goals. My Vision Board (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/vision.png) Subscribe to the Show To make sure you don't miss a single episode of the podcast, subscribe with your favorite platform. * iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/) --- iHeartRadio (http://jeffsanders.com/iheartradio/) --- Stitcher (http://jeffsanders.com/stitcher/) --- Spreaker (http://jeffsanders.com/spreaker/) --- RSS (http://jeffsanders.com/feed/podcast/) Review the Podcast in iTunes If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review my podcast in iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/). I recorded a quick 2-minute video (http://jeffsanders.com/review-a-podcast-in-itunes-video/) to show you exactly how it's done. This will help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch! Next Week Next week on the podcast I will be interviewing Rabbi Evan Moffic (http://rabbi.me/). We will be discussing how a spiritual leader uses GTD strategies to manage an incredibly busy and unpredictable schedule.

How much more can you expect of yourself? This week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/) features an interview with Mark Asquith (http://www.excellence-expected.com/about-mark-asquith/), host of the podcast, Excellence Expected (https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/excellence-expected-actionable/id924421463?mt=2). (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/excellence.png)Photo Credit: Mark Asquith (http://www.excellence-expected.com/) Listen to Episode #076 Download the Script Here you have access to the script that I use to record each episode. This is not a complete word-for-word transcript, though it does provide you with a detailed account of what I do to produce every episode of this podcast. Download the script (http://jeffsanders.com/media/scripts/5amScript076.docx). Resources Mentioned in the Show * Profit First (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0981808298/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0981808298&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=D6IYEWQLSK3NYSTD) [book by Mike Michalowicz] * Excellence-Expected.com (http://www.excellence-expected.com/) [home for the podcast] * Excellence Expected Podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/excellence-expected-actionable/id924421463?mt=2) [hosted by Mark Asquith] * DMSQD (http://dmsqd.com/) [Mark's Design and Digital Agency] * Geek Culture Podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/geek-culture-podcast/id696689632?mt=2) [hosted by Mark Asquith and others] * Fat Man on Batman Podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/smodcast-fat-man-on-batman/id532661418?mt=2) [hosted by Kevin Smith] * Entrepreneur on Fire Podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/entrepreneur-on-fire-john/id564001633?mt=2) [hosted by John Lee Dumas] Action Steps * Ask yourself one question today, “If I expected more from myself, what could I achieve?” * Choose one project on your calendar to simple NOT do. * Subscribe to Mark’s podcast, Excellence Expected (https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/excellence-expected-actionable/id924421463?mt=2). Subscribe to the Show To make sure you don't miss a single episode of the podcast, subscribe with your favorite platform. * iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/) --- iHeartRadio (http://jeffsanders.com/iheartradio/) --- Stitcher (http://jeffsanders.com/stitcher/) --- Spreaker (http://jeffsanders.com/spreaker/) --- RSS (http://jeffsanders.com/feed/podcast/) Review the Podcast in iTunes If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review my podcast in iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/). I recorded a quick 2-minute video (http://jeffsanders.com/review-a-podcast-in-itunes-video/) to show you exactly how it's done. This will help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch! Next Week Next week on the podcast I will be discussing the NEW vision board. This is a fresh perspective on an old, yet effective, personal development strategy.

Can you get more done without trying so hard? In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/) I discuss the top productivity strategies that facilitate more progress with less effort. (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/moreprogress.png)Photo Credit: Memories Visual Depot (https://www.flickr.com/photos/7716310@N03/3499499024/) via Compfight (http://compfight.com) cc (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/2.0/) Listen to Episode #075 Download the Script Here you have access to the script that I use to record each episode. This is not a complete word-for-word transcript, though it does provide you with a detailed account of what I do to produce every episode of this podcast. Download the script (http://jeffsanders.com/media/scripts/5amScript075.docx). Resources Mentioned in the Show * Never Watch the News: Here's Why (http://jeffsanders.com/never-watch-the-news/) [blog post] * Ready for Anything (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0143034545/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0143034545&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=HVN6EKYD7UMZOGGM) [book by David Allen] Action Steps * Read David Allen's book, Ready for Anything (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0143034545/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0143034545&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=HVN6EKYD7UMZOGGM). * Close all open loops in your life. * Decide today which projects you're committing to and which ones you're not. Subscribe to the Show To make sure you don't miss a single episode of the podcast, subscribe with your favorite platform. * iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/) --- iHeartRadio (http://jeffsanders.com/iheartradio/) --- Stitcher (http://jeffsanders.com/stitcher/) --- Spreaker (http://jeffsanders.com/spreaker/) --- RSS (http://jeffsanders.com/feed/podcast/) Review the Podcast in iTunes If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review my podcast in iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/). I recorded a quick 2-minute video (http://jeffsanders.com/review-a-podcast-in-itunes-video/) to show you exactly how it's done. This will help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch! Next Week Next week on the podcast I will be interviewing Mark Asquith (http://www.excellence-expected.com/about-mark-asquith/), host of the Excellence Expected Podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/excellence-expected-actionable/id924421463?mt=2). Mark and I will be discussing how to expect more of yourself in order to raise the bar and live a life of excellence.

How well do you communicate? This week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/) features an interview with my wife, Tessa Sanders. We discuss dominating the DiSC Profile and how it can dramatically boost your productivity by communicating more effectively with others. (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/DiSC.png)Photo Credit: Jeff Sanders (http://jeffsanders.com) Listen to Episode #074 Download the Script Here you have access to the script that I use to record each episode. This is not a complete word-for-word transcript, though it does provide you with a detailed account of what I do to produce every episode of this podcast. Download the script (http://jeffsanders.com/media/scripts/5amScript074.docx). Resources Mentioned in the Show * Interview with Hal Elrod on the Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/047-the-miracle-morning-an-interview-with-hal-elrod-podcast/) [episode #47] * The DiSC Profile (https://www.discprofile.com/what-is-disc/overview/) [What is DiSC] * DiSC Profile Assessment Products (http://www.48days.com/store/personality-profiles/) [from 48Days.com] * Manager Tools Podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/manager-tools/id74198801?mt=2) [hosted by Michael Auzenne and Mark Horstman] * Career Tools Podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/career-tools/id299826841?mt=2) [hosted by Michael Auzenne and Mark Horstman] (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/tombook_.png) Action Steps * Figure out your style of communication by taking the DiSC Profile Assessment (http://www.48days.com/store/personality-profiles/). * Determine the DiSC Profiles of people you work with consistently. * Begin changing your communication and behavior to match others. Subscribe to the Show To make sure you don't miss a single episode of the podcast, subscribe with your favorite platform. * iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/) --- iHeartRadio (http://jeffsanders.com/iheartradio/) --- Stitcher (http://jeffsanders.com/stitcher/) --- Spreaker (http://jeffsanders.com/spreaker/) --- RSS (http://jeffsanders.com/feed/podcast/) Review the Podcast in iTunes If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review my podcast in iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/). I recorded a quick 2-minute video (http://jeffsanders.com/review-a-podcast-in-itunes-video/) to show you exactly how it's done. This will help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch! Next Week Next week on the podcast I will be discussing a few of my favorite GTD Strategies from David Allen's book, Ready for Anything (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0143034545/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0143034545&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=DTA2W3NUZLH3XUAD). The Getting Things Done methodology (GTD) has many principles that make it work so well. Next week I will discuss of few of the strategies that can help determine how you work and what you prioritize.

Inversion (hanging upside down) is unique, magical, and powerful. In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/) I share how to get more done with gravity boots. (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/gravityboots.png)Photo Credit: Au Kirk (https://www.flickr.com/photos/64441474@N06/9233111519/) via Compfight (http://compfight.com) cc (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/) Listen to Episode #073 Download the Script Here you have access to the script that I use to record each episode. This is not a complete word-for-word transcript, though it does provide you with a detailed account of what I do to produce every episode of this podcast. Download the script (http://jeffsanders.com/media/scripts/5amScript073.docx). Tip of the Week * Momentum (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/momentum/laookkfknpbbblfpciffpaejjkokdgca/related?hl=en%20AND Facebook News Feed Eradicator Chrome Extension: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/category/apps?hl=en) [chrome extension] (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/momentum.png) Resources Mentioned in the Show * Inversion: Improve Your Health and Productivity by Hanging Upside Down (http://jeffsanders.com/inversion-improve-your-health-and-productivity-by-hanging-upside-down/) [blog post] * Dr. Robert Lockhart (http://www.sunfoodhealthretreat.com/) [Australian doctor with 40 years of inversion experience] * Teeter Inversion Table (https://www.teetertv.com/?utm_source=hawke&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=jeff+sanders) [on Teeter's website] * Teeter Hang Ups EP 560 Inversion Table (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008054PFI/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008054PFI&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=W4GWKW5GIKR6J36S) [my recommended inversion table] * Health Mark Pro Inversion Chair (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BNKYB6/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000BNKYB6&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=XWU4AUOUVKGZHFQN) [my recommended inversion method for those with physical challenges or inverting alone] * Teeter Hang Ups EZ-Up Inversion System (Gravity Boots) (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000M83J5I/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000M83J5I&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=PQUSBRZDGCUKPPUP) [my recommended inversion method for people in excellent health] Action Steps * Choose the best inversion method that would suit your needs. * Buy an inversion table (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008054PFI/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008054PFI&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=W4GWKW5GIKR6J36S), chair (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BNKYB6/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000BNKYB6&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=XWU4AUOUVKGZHFQN), or pair of gravity boots (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000M83J5I/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000M83J5I&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=PQUSBRZDGCUKPPUP). * Start slow, inverting for only a few minutes, working up to two 15-minute sessions per day. Subscribe to the Show To make sure you don't miss a single episode of the podcast, subscribe with your favorite platform. * iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/) --- iHeartRadio (http://jeffsanders.com/iheartradio/) --- Stitcher (http://jeffsanders.com/stitcher/) --- Spreaker (http://jeffsanders.com/spreaker/) --- RSS (http://jeffsanders.com/feed/podcast/) Review the Podcast in iTunes If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review my podcast in iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/). I recorded a quick 2-minute video (http://jeffsanders.com/review-a-podcast-in-itunes-video/) to show you exactly how it's done. This will help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch! Next Week Next week on the podcast I will be interviewing my wife, Tessa!

Are you ready to radically change your lifestyle and be incredibly productive? I hope so! This week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/) features an interview with Chandler Bolt, author of The Productive Person (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1497400147/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1497400147&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=B72FLSRGJ5ROFTNP). (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/051.png)Photo Credit: Chandler Bolt Chandler Bolt is one of those rare people who is both wildly ambitious AND successful at a young age. He started a business in college and has already kicked off his twenties with effective daily habits that are sure to make him an even bigger rock star in the years to come. In my interview of Chandler we talk about everything from morning routines to daily affirmations. Most importantly, we discuss his living situation, surrounded by other ambitious entrepreneurs at all hours of the night. Listen to Episode #051 Subscribe to the Show To make sure you don't miss a single episode of the podcast, subscribe with your favorite platform. * iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/) --- iHeartRadio (http://www.iheart.com/talk/show/The-5-AM-Miracle-with-Jeff-San/) --- Stitcher (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/jeff-sanders/the-5-am-miracle) --- Spreaker (http://www.spreaker.com/show/the_5_am_miracle_with_jeff_sanders) --- RSS (http://jeffsanders.com/feed/podcast) Rate the Podcast [how-to video] If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review my podcast in iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/). I recorded a quick 2-minute video (http://jeffsanders.com/review-a-podcast-in-itunes-video/) to show you exactly how it's done. This will help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch! Behind the Scenes There is no Behind the Scenes segment this week, as I am still on vacation, but I will be back next week. Tip of the Week This week's tip is a list of the tools I use to build this website. Many people who completed my recent survey (https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/5-am-club) said that one of their biggest goals was start their own blog and/or podcast. * List of the Tools I Use to Build This Website, Blog, Podcast, and Videos (http://jeffsanders.com/behind-the-scenes/) Featured Content In this week's episode, I interview Chandler Bolt and we discuss: * How Chandler managed college while starting a business at the same time. * Why pre-work is necessary to tackle major goals. * How Chandler is able to live with 6 other entrepreneurs in the same house! Resources Mentioned in the Show * The Productive Person (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1497400147/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1497400147&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=B72FLSRGJ5ROFTNP) [book by Chandler Bolt] * Breaking Out of a Broken System (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IR13CZO/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00IR13CZO&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=P5FYS5QI6Q4WVWHT) [book by Chandler Bolt] * Chandler@TheProductivePerson.com (mailto:Chandler@TheProductivePerson.com) [Chandler's Email] * Andy.do (http://www.any.do/) [productivity app for Android and iOS] * The Five Minute Journal (http://app.fiveminutejournal.com/) [app for iOS] * Vitamix Blender (http://jeffsanders.com/vitamix) [my favorite way to make a smoothie] * Adam Carroll (http://www.adamspeaks.com/) [director of Broke, Busted, and Disgusted (http://brokebusteddisgusted.com/)] Announcements * The 5 AM Blueprint is an affordable way to get direct, customized feedback from me to create an effective schedule for your ideal day. You can learn much more about it at 5amBlueprint.com (http://5amBlueprint.com) * To join The 5 AM Club, get a FREE copy of The 5 AM Miracle eBook, AND jump-start your morning, visit 5amMiracle.com (http://5amMiracle.com).

Are you a little behind schedule and looking for a few quick tips to get back on track? In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/) I discuss the best GTD (Getting Things Done (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0142000280/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0142000280&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=6BGU5DKCJR2BB6C2)) strategies for optimal productivity. (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/gtd.png)Photo Credit: bibendum84 via Compfight cc Getting Things Done (or GTD) is a fantastic framework, designed by author and coach David Allen (http://gettingthingsdone.com/), for being wildly productive and completely organized. Today, I will walk you through a few key strategies that make the GTD system simple and effective. Listen to Episode #050 Subscribe to the Show To make sure you don't miss a single episode of the podcast, subscribe with your favorite platform. * iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/) --- iHeartRadio (http://www.iheart.com/talk/show/The-5-AM-Miracle-with-Jeff-San/) --- Stitcher (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/jeff-sanders/the-5-am-miracle) --- Spreaker (http://www.spreaker.com/show/the_5_am_miracle_with_jeff_sanders) --- RSS (http://jeffsanders.com/feed/podcast) Rate the Podcast [how-to video] If you enjoyed the show, please rate and review my podcast in iTunes (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes/). I recorded a quick 2-minute video (http://jeffsanders.com/review-a-podcast-in-itunes-video/) to show you exactly how it's done. This will help tremendously in getting the word out. Thanks a bunch! Behind the Scenes There is no Behind the Scenes Segment this week, as I am now on vacation. When this episode goes live, I will be in Glasgow, Scotland. I will be posting my experience on Twitter, so follow along there at JeffSanders.com/twitter (https://twitter.com/jeffsanderstv). Tip of the Week This week's tip is how to get to Inbox Zero (http://jeffsanders.com/040-equilibrium-zero-cut-clutter-every-area-life-podcast/) when you just can't respond to every single message, every single day. * The Definitive Guide to Inbox Zero (http://jeffsanders.com/the-definitive-guide-to-inbox-zero-how-zero-every-day/) [blog post] * Holding Yourself to High Standards (http://jeffsanders.com/holding-yourself-to-high-standards/) [my blog post about integrity and communication] * Equilibrium Zero: Cut the Clutter in Every Area of Life (http://jeffsanders.com/040-equilibrium-zero-cut-clutter-every-area-life-podcast/) [episode #40 of The 5 AM Miracle (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/)] Featured Content In this week's episode I go in depth with the GTD system. Specifically, I discuss . . . * The 2-minute rule for getting small things done immediately. * How to implement the GTD system with my favorite task manager, Nozbe (http://jeffsanders.com/nozbe). * Why a weekly review process (http://jeffsanders.com/sacred-weekly-review/) is critical for managing every task in your life. Resources Mentioned in the Show * Getting Things Done (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0142000280/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0142000280&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20&linkId=6BGU5DKCJR2BB6C2) [book by David Allen] * David Allen (http://gettingthingsdone.com/) [the man behind the book] * Why You Should Be Using Nozbe for Task Management (http://jeffsanders.com/nozbe-for-task-management/) [blog post] * Evernote: How to Never Forget Anything Again (http://jeffsanders.com/how-to-never-forget-anything-again/) [blog post] * The Weekly Review Checklist: Never Forget Anything Again [Podcast] (http://jeffsanders.com/038-weekly-review-checklist-never-forget-anything-important-podcast/) [episode #38 of The 5 AM Miracle (http://jeffsanders.com/the-5-am-miracle-podcast/)] * The Sacred Weekly Review: How to Stay on Track Indefinitely