Energy Management

Instead of managing time, manage your energy. Schedule high-effort tasks during peak energy hours and low-effort tasks during natural dips.

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  1. 1Track your energy levels for one week
  2. 2Identify your peak energy windows
  3. 3Schedule demanding tasks during high-energy periods
  4. 4Schedule routine tasks during low-energy periods
  5. 5Protect your peak hours from meetings and interruptions

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Flowtime Technique

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Time Blocking

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Ultradian Rhythms

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Caffeine Nap

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25 minutes (5 min coffee + 20 min nap)