655: How to Regain Focus, Energy, and Balance: Effective Productivity Strategies for High Achievers with Jeff Sanders

You're productive. You work hard. You're disciplined.

But no matter how much you do, it feels like you're always behind. In this episode, Ted Ryce sits down with productivity expert Jeff Sanders to uncover what high achievers are getting wrong about productivity—and how to create real results without burning out.

They dive deep into the psychology of distraction, why multitasking destroys your performance, and how to rebuild your attention span for long-term success.

Jeff reveals why traditional productivity hacks fail and how to build a smarter system that keeps you healthy, focused, and performing at your best.

Together, he and Ted explore how to balance business, health, and relationships while maintaining consistent energy and purpose.

Today's Guest

Jeff Sanders Jeff Sanders is a motivational keynote speaker and productivity expert who helps high achievers dominate their day before breakfast. He's the founder and CEO of 5 AM Miracle Media, author of The 5 AM Miracle and The Free-Time Formula, a creator of The Rockin' Productivity Academy and the host of The 5 AM Miracle Podcast.

Connect to Jeff Sanders:

Podcast: The 5 AM Miracle Podcast

Website: https://www.jeffsanders.com

Facebook: 5 AM Miracle Media

Instagram: @jeffsanderstv

YouTube: @JeffSanders

In this interview, you'll learn:

• What is the real reason multitasking makes you anxious and unproductive
• How to choose one true priority and eliminate noise
• How to balance ambition with rest, family, and personal growth
• The mindset shifts that turn overwhelm into direction
• And much more...

If you're ready to stop reacting to your life and start leading it — this episode will show you exactly how to get your focus, productivity, and momentum back. Listen now!

What Ted and Jeff discuss:

00:00 Intro

03:25 Understanding Attention Span and Productivity

05:33 Ted's Personal Struggles with Focus

07:08 Strategies for Prioritizing Tasks

10:13 The Importance of Focus Blocks of Time

14:06 Balancing Priorities in Business

30:09 Seasonal Approach to Work-Life Balance

36:23 Balancing Health, Wealth, and Relationships

36:51 Emotional Drivers vs. Logical Decisions

38:53 The Importance of Setting Limits

43:07 Finding Motivation and Tackling Resistance

51:53 Daily Wins and Building Momentum

59:01 Experimenting with Daily Habits 01:01:27

Conclusion