#685 - The Daily Routine That Actually Works (Backed by Science)

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Mar 6, 2025

Discover how to maximize your productivity by tackling the most demanding tasks in the morning. Science reveals that willpower peaks early, making it crucial to prioritize effectively. Learn from high achievers like Schwarzenegger and Buffett about the importance of task ordering over rigid schedules. Small adjustments can lead to big gains, but remember: simplicity is key to avoiding burnout. Explore how crafting a sustainable daily routine can differentiate you in today’s fast-paced world.

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ADVICE

Frontload Your Day

Prioritize tasks based on their difficulty, not wake-up time.
Tackle the hardest tasks early in the morning when willpower and glucose levels are highest.

INSIGHT

Willpower and Glucose

Willpower is linked to glucose levels in the brain.
Glucose depletes throughout the day, making willpower weaker at night.

ADVICE

Task Order over Checklist Length

Focus on the order of tasks, not just creating a long checklist.
Do the hardest and most brain-intensive tasks first.

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If you want to make more money and be more productive, you need to structure your day the right way. Science shows that willpower and mental energy peak in the morning. That means the smartest thing you can do is tackle your hardest tasks early—before your glucose levels dip and decision fatigue kicks in.

One of my mentors, Professor Roy Baumeister, wrote the book Willpower, and I’ve paid him for years to learn the science behind success. The truth is, it’s not about waking up at 4 AM or following some crazy 74-step checklist—it’s about stacking your tasks in the right order. Do the tough stuff first. That’s how high performers like Arnold Schwarzenegger and Warren Buffett structure their routines to stay ahead.

🔥 Here’s what I’ve learned:
✔️ Willpower is tied to glucose—do the hardest tasks early.
✔️ It’s not about wake-up time; it’s about task order.
✔️ Small optimizations compound into massive success.
✔️ Over-optimizing kills productivity—keep it simple.
✔️ Success in today’s AI-driven world is about smart fast execution.

📖 Scientific Studies Supporting This Approach:
🔗 The impact of routines on mental health & productivity – World Economic Forum https://www.weforum.org/stories/2022/03/routines-mental-health-productivity-lifestyle/
🔗 Morning routine disruptions reduce productivity – University of Wyoming https://www.uwyo.edu/news/2020/11/morning-routine-disruptions-hurt-worker-productivity-uw-researcher-finds.html
🔗 Roy Baumeister’s research on willpower & glucose – APA https://www.apa.org/helpcenter/willpower
🔗 Establishing and Maintaining Consistent Daily Routines Enhance Productivity & Overall Well-being https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6378489/

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