Walk me through your morning routine.

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Rachelle Enns · Accepted Answer

"I begin mapping out my day the night before, ensuring that I have my suit pressed and ready for the workday. I also like to make sure my house is clean before going to bed. This way, I feel fresh and never overwhelmed when I wake up. I love listening to podcasts on life, business, and finance, so I will listen to a podcast while I shower and get ready. During my commute, I listen to a book on Audible or music to put me in a great mood for the day. Once I arrive at the office, I take about 30 minutes to plan my tasks and set some intentions for my day. For instance, an intention could be to do 50 cold calls that day. I am a very structured individual, and I value having a plan for each day."

Rachelle Enns · Answer

The interviewer wants to learn more about your work style, daily habits, and routine. The goal of your response is to show the interviewer that you have a strong level of personal accountability, structure, and discipline, which translates to productive work-related habits.

Rachelle Enns · Answer

Avoid giving the impression that you do not have structure to your day. You may also want to avoid sounding too rigid. Instead, show a healthy balance between planning and a willingness to shift your routine when needed.

Rachelle Enns · Answer

Take a couple of minutes to walk the interviewer through your morning routine, showing that you have structure and goals. It's perfectly fine to have flexibility in your routine. However, the interviewer wants to see that you have a solid level of discipline that will carry into your workday. At the end of your response, be sure to highlight how your morning routine contributes to your work performance and productivity.

Rachelle Enns · Answer

"I like to get up at the same time every day, always before the sun is up. If I rise after the sun, I tend to feel behind in my day. I review what needs accomplishing for the day, have a quick workout, and then get ready for work. I like to listen to energetic music or a motivational podcast while I get ready. I take public transit to work, so I am sure to arrive at the train early to avoid any surprises with my timing into the office. I take that time to begin returning emails and completing smaller tasks. By the time I arrive to work, I am ready to take on my higher-priority responsibilities."

Anonymous User · Answer

"Once I get in, I review my task list to see if priorities have changed. On my way to the office, if I pass by work areas, I say hello to everyone. In my office, I say hello to my team and ask if there is anything they need and anything I need to bring up at the daily meeting. I check for urgent voicemails, and I head up for the daily meeting. I come back and brief the team concerning the day."

Anonymous User · Answer

"My mornings are always very exciting. I start my morning routine with walking, yoga, and a small prayer and I reach my office at 8:30 am sharp. While in my office, I re-check and re-adjust my priorities and set a time to pray for 30 minutes.

My actual professional day starts with a daily management review board with the team. We go over things like quick visual management, our biggest challenge, trends that follow with the root cause, and countermeasures.

The rest of the day follows all structured meetings and engagements basis on their priority. The customer is always first, followed by the company, and lastly is functionality. I always try to balance my time for short-term and long strategic goals."

Anonymous User · Answer

"Each morning I wake up 2.5 hours before my first meeting time, I exercise for an hour, drink a protein shake right after, shower, get dressed, review my schedule for the day, review my plan for my first meeting or appointment, and hit the road."

Anonymous User · Answer

"6:00 am I wake, have some coffee, check the news and emails, get kids off to school, workout, and off to work. Lead generating calls from 9-11."

Anonymous User · Answer

"In business or personal life, I wake up with purpose and structure, whether it's with work where I plan ahead and know where I want to be in a day or with my family, there is a structure in place a timeframe to achieve and be the best."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I like to set myself up for success the night before. I get my outfit ready and my lunch packed. I set aside extra time to take my dog for a short walk. This is good for both of us; the morning exercise gets me ready for the day. During my commute, I listen to one of my favorite podcasts. I always arrive to work at least 30 minutes before my first patient. This gives me time to prepare for the day. The structure of my morning routine sets me up for a successful day."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I check my diary before going to bed to see if I have any meetings first thing. I get up around the same time each morning, 7 am. Jump straight in the shower, can't start my day without a shower, wakes me up, and get me rejuvenated. I always like to listen to a podcast while I'm showering and getting ready. I have my breakfast and then start work. I always start by checking my emails and phone to see if there is anything urgent that needs action, check my diary again. Start planning my day, what calls I am going to be doing, anything else from the week that needs following up."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I typically get up, drink some green tea, take some vitamins, look at my email to make sure nothing urgent popped up, shower, get dressed, take a few minutes of reflection to slow down and become present and then write a list of what I need to accomplish for the day."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I prefer to be up early so that I am prepped well for the day. I review my calendar and then walk through the house and pick up - I like things orderly so I can think clearly. I then exercise and clear my head, and start to get ready for the day. I finish getting ready around the time my kids wake up and we have breakfast together before everyone heads in different directions."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I begin my morning the night before, mapping out my day and writing a to-do list so I know what I need to accomplish. I always give myself extra time in the morning before I need to leave in case something comes up--and always time to make my bed. Coffee is a must. In the car on the way to an account, I listen to an audible or make calls. I try to get the most out of my driving time so I am working toward my to-do list."

Anonymous User · Answer

"I wake up at 06:30 and immediately have a shower. I then head downstairs and get some milk for my 2-year-old son who is just waking up. I leave him in his room to drink his milk, wake up his 4-year-old sister, and take her to the bathroom. While she is brushing her teeth, I finish doing my hair and makeup. I then put her clothes out so she can finish getting ready. I take my son downstairs and get his breakfast ready. I put him in his highchair so he can't escape! I gather my work bag and belongings together. At that time my daughter is downstairs. I finish doing her hair and then I hand it over to my husband and I leave for work at 07:30."

Anonymous User · Answer

"After waking in the early morning, I stretch and take my dog for a walk. Then, I shower, eat breakfast, and review my plans for the day I made the night before. Giving myself personal time in the morning allows me to show up for my team and customers during the work day."

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