The Energy Audit — Where’s Your Time (and Focus) Really Going?

Hey Reader,

You know that feeling when you’ve been busy all day (or sometimes all week ... maybe even all month!), but somehow, your most important tasks are still sitting on your to-do list?

It’s frustrating. It’s exhausting. And it happens way too often when you’re working from home.

Here’s the thing — your productivity isn’t just about time management. It’s about energy management.

Some tasks fuel you, making you feel unstoppable. Others drain you, leaving you scattered and unmotivated. If you’re not paying attention to what’s pulling your energy in different directions, you could be spinning your wheels without real progress.

That’s where an Energy Audit comes in.

How to Do a Quick Energy Audit

1. Look at Your Last Few Days
   • Where did your time actually go? (Not what you planned—what really happened?)
   • Which tasks or activities left you feeling energized and motivated?
   • Which ones drained you, distracted you, or left you feeling stuck?
2. Spot the Patterns
   • Are there certain tasks, clients, meetings, or habits that consistently zap your energy?
   • Are there moments when you feel most clear, focused, and in flow?
3. Make One Small Shift
   • What’s one energy-draining thing you can reduce, delegate, or cut out this week?
   • What’s one energizing habit you can do more of?

Even a tiny shift — like batching your emails instead of checking them all day or starting your morning with a 5-minute mindset reset — can make a huge difference.

Your Action Step

Take five minutes today to reflect on what fuels vs. drains your energy. Then, set one simple intention for the week: Do more of what fuels you. Reduce what drains you.

You work too hard to let distractions and energy leaks hold you back. Protect your focus, own your time, and keep showing up like the tenacious entrepreneur you are. 💪✨

And, by the way, I’d love to hear your biggest energy drain (or gain!) — hit reply and let me know!

As always, I'd love to know what you think of this week's newsletter. Post your thoughts on social and tag me (@coachmichelepeterson), or simply reply to this email!

Thank you. I appreciate you!

xoxo,
Michele

Now for more good stuff ...

Interesting Reads ...

• Here’s Why People Are Working Smarter, Not Harder, as Workdays Shrink (click here to read on Inc)​
• Five years after Covid, why has working from home become a culture war fault line? (click here to read on Big Issue)​
• Your Work from Home Setup is a Trap for Burnout (click here to read on MSN)​
• Ditch the Doubt – How to Beat Imposter Syndrome (click here to read on IvanMisner.com)​
• Is the idea of the ‘dream job’ dead? (click here to read on The Independent)​
• 8 things boomers have perfected that younger generations are now dismantling (click here to read on Daily Motivation News)​
• Want To Come Across More Confident At Work? Stop Saying ‘I’m Sorry’ (click here to read on Forbes)​

WFH Tip: To WIN working from home, do things that feel right and comfortable for you. Embrace your own self-awareness and make choices that support your overall well-being.

Grit & Grace Affirmation of the Week

I rise above hardships.

I take care of myself.

I am satisfied with my accomplishments.

Say it. Believe it. Be it.

From the book Badass Affirmations by Becca Anderson

I hope you enjoyed this week's newsletter. Thank you for linking arms and being part of my working from home tribe!

I'll be back next week with more tips, inspiration, and other fun stuff to empower your WFH success. Until then, have a beautiful week!

xoxo,
Michele

P.S. It's my goal to inspire you and remind you of your greatness as we navigate WFH life together. If you loved this week's newsletter, please feel free to forward it to your friends!

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March 30, 2025 | Coach Michele Peterson

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