20 things successful women do every day
There are certain things in life that you have little control over, such as natural-born aptitude or good fortune. ‘Sorry, I had to bust your bubble of “I’m going to be an Olympic figure skater at 30,” but I couldn’t help myself.
However, when it comes to achieving success, there are several additional elements that you may influence. Especially bad habits—you know, those apparently little things (like making your bed or remembering to put on sunscreen immediately after brushing your teeth) that may have a significant impact on your health.
And, as it turns out, there are several habits that the fantastic, badass women we routinely highlight on Well+Good have that they repeat over and over again. While they have each put in a significant amount of blood, sweat, and tears to get to where they are today, they have also developed habits that have assisted them along the road.
Do you need a little motivation? Here are the eight simple hacks that successful women use on a daily basis; incorporate them into your routine and you’ll be on your way to being your most efficient, productive, and Beyoncé-like self in no time.
1. Start your day with a cup of hot water and a squeeze of lemon.
Every celebrity, from Cate Blanchett to Jennifer Aniston, begins her day with this simple but effective elixir of well-being. When you use the traditional Ayurvedic approach, your body will detoxify and you will be starting fresh from the beginning. (As an added bonus, it also works as a pick-me-up.)
2. Make a list of your daily objectives.
“A good intention feeds your consciousness and has the capacity to dramatically improve your awareness,” says Chandresh Bhardwaj, a spiritual teacher based in Los Angeles. If you establish an intention, you don’t have to be concerned with the consequences of your actions. Having a righteous motive leads to doing virtuous conduct.” Consequently, it should come as no surprise that, in addition to meditating and exercising, writing down your objectives may be beneficial to both the individual and the task at hand.
3. Make time to spend with your pals.
The creator of the “slow beauty” firm SpaRitual, Shel Pink, explains that “each time we get together as a group, we offer ourselves a chance to slow down.” A deep [part] of self-care is spending time with individuals you love and with whom you can be honest and helpful, according to the author. Also, feel free to spread the wine around while you’re socializing—it’ll be good for the antioxidants, after all.
4. Get lots of restful sleep.
Numerous studies have shown the benefits of getting enough sleep (eight hours per night is a fair benchmark), so making sure you wind down and hit the hay at a reasonable bedtime is essential for waking up rejuvenated and ready to take on the (work) day.
5. Take a moment to reflect.
As of this writing, the scientific community has proven what many successful women (and men) have known for a long time: meditation is incredibly good to both your mental and physical well-being. Setting aside 20 minutes (or even five minutes) can do wonders for your mental health and ability to concentrate. “The busier we are, the more we want that centering time—that time to truly be able to connect to our inner knowledge,” says Arianna Huffington. “The busier we are, the more we require that centering time.”
6. Make sure you have food for the day.
Hanger is a woman’s worst adversary when she wants to be successful. To overcome this, carry almonds or nutrition bars (the excellent type) with you so that you can keep yourself fuelled throughout the day. Molly Sims enjoys packing a bag of raw almonds in her backpack. “They have a slew of health advantages and keep me feeling energized and satisfied,” she explains. “Having the appropriate quantities of your favorite food pre-bagged and ready is helpful while nibbling on the run; it prevents me from overindulging or skipping meals.”
7. Find a group of people that like working out in the morning.
If you gradually lessen your snooze habit and gradually make your way to the gym in the morning, you’ll feel more prepared to face the day ahead of you. Having a whole group of pals rely on you to show up for that early morning HIIT session will only serve to inspire you even more to get out of bed in the morning.
Check it off the list
8.Never underestimate the importance of a to-do list
no matter how basic it seems. Checking activities off a list is a terrific method to keep track of all the tiny things you want to get done during the course of a day. To-do lists, I’ve discovered, help me stay organized and guarantee that I complete my tasks.
9.Maintain a filing system.
Working on a computer is highly recommended, and I strongly advise you to devise a method for naming your files and folders that is unique to you. Choose an organizing system that will make it simple to discover them later on, whether it’s by content or by publication date.
Keep an eye on the clock
Remember to arrive on time! Making up to a scheduled appointment on time, whether for a business meeting or a casual lunch with pals, demonstrates respect. It’s also an excellent habit to develop in order to succeed in all aspects of your life.
10.Kindness is a virtue.
Some individuals believe that in order to be successful, you must be Miranda from The Devil Wears Prada. However, I respectfully disagree. The most successful women in my life have all gotten to where they are by being nice to one another and supporting one another’s endeavors.
Make Some New Friends
The most successful women I know are also not the ones who are chained to their desks around the clock. They’re the ones who take a break for happy hour with a colleague in the business or a coffee break with their colleagues. It’s quite OK to take a few minutes to talk with someone outside of work. It is likely that you will create valuable contacts and will return to your work feeling even more energized.
11.Take Good Care of Your Body
Taking good care of your body is essential if you want your intellect to be in peak operating condition. So make the time to exercise, eat healthfully, and get enough of sleep every night! If you don’t, your work will suffer as a result.
12.Prepare your bed.
Yes, I am certain that there are a large number of successful women out there who have an unmade bed. However, my argument is that a clean environment promotes mental clarity. Perhaps maintaining a clean environment does not need making your bed on a daily basis. Cleaning up your surroundings, such as scrubbing your dishes or arranging your workstation, may be just as helpful.
13.Create a Schedule for Yourself
This may sound paradoxical to many people, but I believe that if you want to be successful, it is critical to engage in activities that are not directly related to your profession on a daily basis. Get a manicure, hang out with your pals, or pursue a new pastime that you are interested in. Being well-rounded and having time to relax will benefit you in the long run, as it will keep you feeling enthusiastic and motivated.
14.Continue your education.
Every day, successful women make it a point to learn something new and apply it to their lives. It’s important to constantly acquire new skills and keep on top of your business, whether that’s by reading Business Insider or attending conferences.
15.Establish Specific and Measurable Objectives
Setting goals is quite essential. Think in terms of the long term, but make your objectives as detailed as possible and review them on a regular basis. Organize your thoughts and ideas into a vision board or a list that you can view in the mornings. If you have huge dreams, you will be able to realize them.
One of the most important things that successful women entrepreneurs do is work on themselves practically every day. Successful women entrepreneurs have a practice of reading personal development books almost every single day. They spend a significant amount of time improving themselves.
It’s because they understand that their thinking accounts for 80 percent of their achievement. They would never have accomplished as much as they did if they had a terrible attitude and negative mindset. Is it, however, important to work on oneself on a daily basis?
If you want to attain success in a short period of time, my response is absolutely. But, let’s face it, every now and then we need to take a pause and smell the flowers. Is it possible for us to do so? The solution to this question may be found in a blog post by Marie Forleo titled ARE YOU EVER “DONE” WITH SELF-IMPROVEMENT?
A brief blog article with an outstanding video (spoiler alert: the video is hilarious ) has been published. But first, before we go on to the next point, I’d want to provide you with a FREE mood, mentality, and social media tracker that will assist you in working on yourself and your company.
2. Women who have achieved success Entrepreneurs are devoted to their professions for the following reasons:
Have you ever tried to do something but weren’t all that enthusiastic about it? Perhaps you did succeed, but only after a great deal of effort. When it comes to being successful, having a strong sense of purpose is essential.
Boss chicks are incredibly enthusiastic about what they do, which is why they never give up. They are always able to find a solution to a problem and go on to attain even greater success.
The first step in becoming a successful boss babe is to choose something that you are passionate about and turn it into a profitable company. You will have a good time on the travel and it will not feel like work (at least not all of the time).
3.) They have clearly defined objectives:
Without clearly defined objectives, they would be scurrying about like headless chickens – as would we all. Goals that are well defined provide us with direction, and we can use this information to develop a strong plan to get there.
In fact, it is exactly what successful female entrepreneurs do. They should write down their main objectives, split them down into smaller stages, come up with one or two effective strategies, and then they should go to work.
Consequently, your first step should be to list all of your objectives, whether large and minor.
STEP And don’t be afraid to express yourself. Hey, if you want to be a millionaire boss lady, make a goal for yourself and write it down.
STEP : NOW FOR THE FUN PART!
Break down your larger objectives into smaller ones, and write out your plan for how you want to attain them — and when you intend to do so.
STEP THREE:
Take a LARGE AMOUNT OF ACTION EVERY DAY! In order to achieve your objectives and take action, you must commit yourself fully. Go at full speed forward, and when you become weary, take a break, but don’t give up.
4. They have a strong WHY that drives them forward:
Everyone has a distinct WHY for doing what they do. Some people are motivated by their children and family, while others are motivated by something else. But there is one thing that all whys have in common: they are all questions. They inspire boss chicks to work harder and achieve greater results!
You should definitely read Simon Sinek’s book, Start with Why, which I highly recommend.
Almost all of the successful female entrepreneurs are always thinking about their WHY (why they do what they do). This is especially true when they are suffering and experiencing difficulties in their company.
What is your ‘WHY’ in life? Please let me know in the comments section below.
5. They don’t strive for perfection:
There is no such thing as being perfect or making anything that is flawless, and they understand this. And that’s a good thing since there’s always space to grow and develop. In this manner, life is not monotonous.
And the fact that those boss chicks are successful is due to their refusal to strive for perfection. They do their best, but they don’t spend time trying to make everything perfect. Those who are obsessed with perfection are frequently stuck in their tracks and never complete anything.
Take action and complete tasks – this is what you should prioritize. Nothing stays the same, and if you continually altering things and never put them in front of an audience, you won’t see any rewards from your efforts. It all makes sense, doesn’t it?
6. Successful female entrepreneurs are leaders in their fields:
That they were born leaders is a fallacy, as is the belief that they were. Anyone can learn to be a leader if they put in the effort. Yes, it is possible to acquire certain abilities via training. It’s true that some of the boss babes have natural leadership abilities, but the majority of them have studied how to do it properly.
So, where can you go to develop these abilities? Simple – take a page from these incredible books:
Leaders are those who eat last, according to Simon Sinek.
Dale Carnegie’s How to Win Friends and Influence People is a classic.
Covey’s “7 Habits of Highly Effective People” are based on his research.
These are some of the top books that you may read in order to advance in your career and become one of the world’s most effective leaders.
Do boss babes have faith in themselves? Would they be able to attain success if they didn’t trust in themselves? In no way, shape, or form. If you want to achieve greatness, you must go through this process first. It will benefit you in the same way that it benefited them.
When no one else believes in you, you will have the strength to continue on your quest. It will provide you with the strength and determination to go ahead.
You should never listen to people who tell you that you can’t accomplish anything because they are wrong. They are speaking from their own personal knowledge and experience. Do they have any idea what you are capable of? No, they don’t do that! Only you are aware of this. So be a boss girl and go out and achieve your dreams.
8. Successful female entrepreneurs are willing to take risks:
They are not scared to take a risk and go against the grain. That is one of the reasons they are successful. If you don’t put out any effort, you will not notice any significant improvements and will remain in your current position.
It’s fantastic if you like your life exactly as it is. But you’re certainly looking for more, aren’t you? You wouldn’t be reading this if you weren’t interested. There is no shame in wishing for more and receiving it as well. Risk-taking, on the other hand, is a necessary element of life.
9. They are not frightened of failing: Failing is a natural part of the human experience.
Take a look at these adorable tiny infants. When they attempt to walk, they trip over themselves so many times. Think about it: you went through the same thing, and look where you are now…walking, running, dancing.
Failure, in the eyes of successful female entrepreneurs, is a step closer to their objectives and aspirations. And that is absolutely true – it is a step forward, but only if you are willing to learn from your past errors.
Make careful to evaluate everything since this will assist you in determining what works and what doesn’t work for you. Also, don’t be scared to ask for assistance. It’s not a good idea to go through everything by yourself.
In order to be successful, boss babes must plan ahead of time and adhere to strict deadlines.
They jot down their objectives and thoughts, create a to-do list, and other activities. It assists them in concentrating and achieving all of their goals. As a result, your following step should be ORGANIZATION.
10. Maintaining a paper planner or using an online planner application such as Trello is essential for staying on schedule.
I’m more of a pen and paper kind of gal, therefore I mostly utilize my calendar and notebooks for organization. Trello is another tool that I use, albeit not as often.
In order to become more organized, purchase yourself a nice planner and notepad to use as you begin your new year’s resolution.
11.The willingness to do whatever is required by Boss Babes:
I’ll confess that it can be really taxing at times. You put in the effort and make sacrifices, yet you still don’t see significant benefits. That shouldn’t deter you from pursuing your goals. All of the successful female entrepreneurs have been working really hard for many years. And as a result of their refusal to give up, they are now living the life of their dreams.
If you desire the same thing for yourself and your family, you must be prepared to go to any length to get it. Allow yourself to give up some family time to write a blog post or develop a freebie, to invest in yourself, and to interact with your target audience!
12. They are thankful for everything and everyone:
Gratitude is the finest attitude to have in any situation or situation. Almost all of the boss babes keep a gratitude diary in which they write down one thing they are thankful for every single day of the year. You have the ability to do the same.