The Secret to Productivity for Entrepreneurs and Investors

If you're like most entrepreneurs, you've probably tried every productivity hack out there—checklists, planners, apps—but somehow, they don't seem to work the way you want them to. I’ve been there too. Early on in my journey, I brought the same productivity strategies that worked in my old 9-to-5 job into my business, thinking they’d have the same impact. Spoiler alert: they didn’t.

Over time, I realized that the checklist approach simply doesn't fit when you’re building a life and business by design. Entrepreneurship requires a different mindset, one that involves balancing not just your tasks but your whole life. Today, I want to share with you what I’ve learned about real productivity and how you can apply it to your entrepreneurial life in a meaningful way.

1. Stop Relying on Checklists

Let me start by saying this: checklists are great for reminders, but they won’t make you productive in the long run. They help in a corporate environment where tasks are assigned and you have specific projects to complete. But in entrepreneurship, your business is much more than a list of tasks—it’s a reflection of your vision and values.

Here’s what I’ve learned: to be truly productive, you need to connect what you do daily to a larger purpose. Instead of focusing on checking things off a list, ask yourself what you’re producing. Is it moving you closer to the life and business you want to create? If not, it’s time to rethink your approach.

2. Create a Vision That Connects Your Life and Business

Productivity isn’t just about your professional output—it’s about what you produce in your whole life. That means looking at your relationships, your health, your personal growth, and yes, your business. If your business is thriving but your health or relationships are falling apart, are you truly productive?

To avoid that trap, I recommend starting with a clear vision. What do you want your life to look like? What kind of business do you want to build that supports that vision? This isn't just about income or success—it’s about creating a balance that supports your values.

Once you have that vision, break it down into actionable steps that can be integrated into your daily life. This is where many entrepreneurs stumble—they don’t know how to take a long-term vision and bring it into their day-to-day activities. But trust me, without a clear roadmap, it's easy to lose focus or get bogged down in unimportant tasks.

3. Align Your Calendar with Your Vision

This is one of the most important action steps you can take. Take your long-term goals and start planning your week around them. Your calendar should reflect your vision and your priorities—not just a list of reactionary tasks.

One thing that works for me is breaking down my big-picture goals into weekly and daily priorities. What are the most important things I need to focus on to move closer to my long-term vision? I put those on the calendar first. Everything else, including meetings and administrative tasks, gets scheduled around them. This ensures that every day, I’m making progress where it matters most.

4. Track What Matters

Another critical piece of productivity is tracking your progress. And I’m not just talking about business metrics. You should be tracking progress in all areas of your life: health, relationships, personal development, and business.

For example, if improving your health is part of your vision, what are you doing each day to work on that? It could be as simple as a 30-minute workout or planning healthy meals. The key is to have clear markers of progress, so you can see where you’re improving and where you need to adjust.

5. Remember: Productivity Isn’t Just About Business

This is a hard truth that I learned the long way around: if your business is taking over your life, it’s time to reassess. You didn’t start a business to become a slave to it—you started it to create freedom and fulfillment.

That means your productivity should extend beyond business to your entire life. Are you making time for your family, for your personal growth, for your health? If you’re only focusing on business, you’re missing the bigger picture.

6. Join Me for a Deeper Dive

I know that all of this can seem overwhelming, especially if you’re used to living by checklists and tasks. That’s why I’m hosting a free Productivity Mastery workshop on October 31st, where I’ll take you through a step-by-step process to redefine your productivity. This isn’t your average workshop. We’ll go beyond tips and tools, diving deep into how you can connect your daily actions with your long-term vision and life goals.

If you’re tired of spinning your wheels and want to truly transform how you work and live, this is your chance to make that shift. Register now, and let’s work together to create a life—and a business—that truly aligns with your values and goals.

Productivity isn’t just about getting things done. It’s about producing what matters—across your business and your life. I hope these insights help you take the first step toward a more intentional, balanced approach to your work and your life. I look forward to seeing you at the workshop and supporting you on this journey!

Action Steps Recap:

1. Stop relying on checklists – focus on producing meaningful results.
2. Create a clear vision for your life and business.
3. Align your calendar with your vision and priorities.
4. Track progress in all areas of life, not just business.
5. Maintain balance – don’t let your business consume your entire life.