Summary: Are you in need of some well-deserved time off? Yeah, me too. In this week's episode of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast (http://jeffsanders.com/itunes) I discuss the work hard play hard formula. This is how to be more productive AND carve out more time just for fun! (http://jeffsanders.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/workhard.png)Photo Credit: spDuchamp via Compfight cc If there is one thing we all need, it's more time off. I know what you're going to say, "But Jeff, what I really need is to be more productive! How can I get more done if I'm not working?!" Have no fear. Today I'll dive into the details and show you how you can have both. Listen to Episode #041 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 This week I share an effective mindset strategy I use to remind myself what I do best and how I overcome challenges when I lose focus. Tip of the Week This week's tip is a recommendation for one of my favorite podcasts that I listen to every week. * The Read to Lead Podcast (http://readtoleadpodcast.com/) [hosted by Jeff Brown] * Jon Acuff (http://acuff.me/) [author and blogger] Featured Content In this week's episode, I discuss the Work Hard Play Hard Formula: be more productive AND carve out more time just for fun! * How to work when it's time to work. * How to completely enjoy your time off without thinking about work. * Why you need more time off than you may realize. The Work Hard Play Hard Formula * (Intense Work + Intense Relaxation) multiplied by X = 1 Full Day * X = daily rhythms or energy cycles Resources Mentioned in the Show * Why Working More Than 8 Hours a Day Can Kill You (http://www.forbes.com/sites/daviddisalvo/2012/09/12/why-working-more-than-8-hours-a-day-can-kill-you/) [Forbes article] * Do What Matters, Then Do Nothing (http://jeffsanders.com/do-what-matters-then-do-nothing/) [blog post] * Focused, Uninterrupted Blocks of Time (http://jeffsanders.com/best-productivity-strategy/) [blog post] Announcements * If you’re looking to significantly boost your productivity, I think you would love The 5 AM Blueprint, which 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 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). * For my next podcast episode I will be discussing why amateurs fail and how to turn pro (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0087TUM54/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0087TUM54&linkCode=as2&tag=gradandclue-20). I’ll share the moment when I finally took myself seriously and how it changed everything. Download the Transcript Here you have access to the word-for-word transcript of the entire episode of the podcast. Actually, it's the exact outline and script I use to record the show. Enjoy! Download the Transcript (http://jeffsanders.com/media/scripts/5amScript041.docx).
