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Your energy is telling you something — are you listening?
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The Secret to Getting More Done? Align Your Tasks with Your Energy Hey Reader — You know how dogs have selective hearing? Mine certainly do. They sometimes act like they can’t hear me when I call them … but the second I say “treat” or “walk”? Boom. They’re right there. It cracks me up. And it reminds me of how we all tend to listen selectively. Especially when it comes to our own energy. We tune in when we’re fired up or focused. But we ignore the cues when we’re tired, drained, or crashing — and just try to power through. But here’s the thing: your energy is valuable information. And learning to listen to it — really listening and hearing what it has to tell you — can completely change the way you work (especially in the heat and swirl of summer). What if your schedule matched your actual energy?That’s the secret to sustainable productivity — especially when you’re juggling vacations, summer logistics, and the general “meh” that can hit mid-year. Here’s what energy-aligned productivity looks like in practice:
And if your energy feels off right now? That’s OK, too. That’s why this week’s blog is all about helping you reset your summer routine from a place of grounded intention — not hustle. I even share a 4-step process (with examples!) to help you align your tasks with your energy. Mini Power Tool of the Month:The Tenacious WFH Productivity Planner Page If you're an Insider or VIP, don’t forget to grab your printable one-page planner from your private Dropbox folder. It’s designed to help you:
(And if you’re not yet a premium subscriber, you can upgrade here to access the full Mini Power Tool archive as well as my private podcast!) Your Action Step this WeekIdentify your own “power hours.” Track your energy for a few days. What time of day do you feel most focused, creative, or energized? Then pick one important task you’ll reserve for that time this week. Try this for just a few days — I bet you’ll be amazed at how much smoother things feel. You’ve got this — and your energy is already giving you a head start.
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WFH Tip: To WIN working from home, take regularly scheduled breaks ... away from your desk. Get up and stretch. Move. Go outside and get some fresh air. Your body (and your brain!) will thank you. Grit & Grace Affirmation of the WeekFamily is more than blood. My family wants me to be happy. I am a great working mother/partner. 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, 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!
July 13, 2025 | Coach Michele Peterson |
Coach Michele Peterson
Get my best tips and insights on productivity, confidence, balance, and connection ... learned from 15 years of successfully working from home. Long-term WFH is a CHOICE, a lifestyle, a CULTURE. And I believe that if you're going to do something, you should do it right. But you don't have to do it alone. Activate your free subscription to The Tenacious WFH Entrepreneur newsletter so that you get your weekly dose of grit and grace to keep you going by entering your email address below.
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