I thrive on routine. In a busy role like mine at Yardstick, where maintaining the trust of my clients is crucial, I make sure to have a clear, organised plan every week.
Success isn’t about doing everything; it’s about doing the right things consistently. It may sound simple, but following through on your commitments sets you apart. A strong routine and habitual behaviours make that possible.
Keep reading to see how I use just 30 minutes every Monday to set myself up for a successful week, and why applying the same approach could benefit you and your clients.
My 30-minute Monday morning routine
- I spend 5 – 7 minutes making note of any upcoming meetings, webinars, and key projects that need my attention.
- Then, I take about 15 minutes replying to emails, making sure to “star” the ones that require a deeper or more thoughtful response later.
- After that, I do a quick five-minute brain dump, jotting down any tasks, ideas, or follow-ups that have been lingering in my mind.
- Finally, I take a few moments to organise and prioritise my goals and to-dos for the week ahead, setting clear outcomes to stay focused and on track.
Habits like these set me up to serve clients as effectively as possible
These habits matter because staying organised puts you in the position for future success. When you start your week with clear intentions, goals, and objectives, you consistently show up as someone who clients can rely on.
Evolving already learned behaviours into habits helps you to stay ahead of client needs and demonstrates you have a proactive, not reactive, work style. Instead of scrambling to respond when issues arise, you’re consistently one step ahead, anticipating questions, preparing solutions, and offering support before it’s even requested.
Good habits also drive consistency across all forms of communication, whether in writing emails, making calls, or updating project statuses. This consistency builds trust with clients. When they see that your communication is timely, clear, and reliable, they naturally feel more confident in you.
Most importantly, strong habits act as a safety net that ensures everything is accounted for. When managing multiple things at once, tasks can easily be forgotten or delayed without a solid system in place. Over time, these practices not only reduce stress but also show you to be a dependable, detail-oriented professional who clients want to work with long term.
Staying consistent, doing what you said you would do, and turning up prepared might sound simple, but it’s exactly what makes you stand out.
Work with a team of organised professionals to help you with your marketing
This same principle is just as powerful when it comes to your marketing. Consistency, preparation, and showing up at the right time are what truly build trust with your audience.
If you want to learn how we can help you improve your marketing with these same foundations, get in touch with us today. Email hi@theyardstickagency.co.uk or call 0115 8965 300 to find out more.
