There are a bunch of articles right now about what to do first thing in the morning.  Most tell you not to check email, not to take phone calls, etc.  The problem is, that would STRESS ME OUT! I totally get the people who say you shouldn’t get caught up in things without some thought at the beginning of the day, but the system has to work for you. I recommend determining what causes you stress – what things have to be done to make you feel comfortable.  When I worked for my Dad, I thought it was fun to find out he walked into the office, put his things down, got a cup of coffee and stood in his window drinking coffee, reading the Wall Street Journal and watching people out the window as he planned his day.  It was his work ritual and […] Continue reading