There’s a ton of research around how setting habits can help us conserve energy because it reduces the number of decisions we have to make in a day. However, not all habits are created equal and so we’ve asked our community to tell us about the habits they have been most effective for them.

Gerald Bloodworth | Entrepreneur

Staying consistent Promoting Constantly trying to creative better product than the last. Read more>>

John Boak | Artist

I graduated from college into a recession. Added to that is the fact that I had not thought too much about what to do after graduation. I did look for employment in those first few years. But I found it a lot easier to get design work, than to get design employment. So that is what I did. Read more>>

Brooke Hoffman | Denver graduation photographer

Having healthy habits is so essential to the healthy function of any small business. When you’re working as your own boss, no one is there to hold you accountable, so it’s really important that you can do that for yourself. Read more>>

Kayce Hammer | CEO of Peak Nanny Agency

Filling up my cup and making sure that I’m taking care of myself before anything else. I start my day every single morning with a workout at 6am, that is a non negotiable for me. I also pour into other things that make me happy – going to church, taking my pup for a walk, traveling, spending time with friends, sleeping (lol), etc. Read more>>

Karie McMullen | Associate Executive Director – FREE Recovery Community

When it comes to habits that have contributed to my success, three fundamental beliefs stand out: Firstly, embracing an ‘Easy and Obvious’ mentality. Success is about surrendering and trusting my intuition. I don’t mean to imply that hard work isn’t required, but I believe that what’s meant for me will come without force and self-will getting in the way. Read more>>

Kika Dorsey | University Lecturer and Author

The habits that nourish and serve me are those that address my body and mind, and not necessarily the daily tasks I have to fulfill for my career or the functioning of my home. For me to launch out into my day, I need to wake up early and drink a strong cup of coffee with whipped cream. Read more>>