6 a.m. to 9 a.m.
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Get out of bed and get ready for the day
Contrary to the early bird myth, this study found that 57% of successful business owners rise between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m. Additionally, 37% shower and 59% eat breakfast within this window. A whopping 91% stay updated with the news, with 35% doing so before 9 a.m.
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Engage with customers and employee management
93% of those surveyed regularly engage with customers in their daily routine, with 38% doing so in the morning. Additionally, 90% handle employee management daily, with 31% tackling it between 9 am and 12 pm.
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Organise workspace
38% of people surveyed find a tidy workspace crucial for focus and motivation. Among the 90% prioritising neat workspaces, 33% consider organising it as the optimal time to do so.
12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
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Review taxes or accounts and monitor finances
94% of people handle taxes and accounts daily, with 24% doing so in this timeframe. Additionally, 92% monitor finances daily, and 21% find lunch to be the optimal time for this task.
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Eat healthy and go on a walk outside
Lunchtime is a prime opportunity for prioritising physical well-being. 93% include healthy eating in their daily routine, and 32% consider lunch the ideal time. Additionally, 92% ensure a daily outdoor walk, with 21% deeming it best during the day.
3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Afternoons offer a great opportunity to tackle morning to-do lists and address urgent tasks. One in five business owners who journal also choose this time to reflect and document their thoughts, as per our study.
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
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Listen to music
38% of those surveyed find inspiration and motivation through music, with 93% incorporating it into their daily routine. While 20% prefer tunes after 6 p.m., many enjoy this mood-enhancing activity at any time, using music to unwind and transition from work to a relaxed state of mind.
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Make time for hobbies
Among the 89% who prioritise hobbies daily, 32% reserve the post-work period for leisure. Yet, a noteworthy 31% admit sacrificing hobbies to meet work demands.
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Exercise
87% of business owners incorporate exercise into their daily routine, with 28% opting for a post-work workout. Contrary to popular belief, only 7% exercise before 6 a.m., dispelling the notion that early morning workouts are a universal trend among successful entrepreneurs.
9 p.m. to 12 a.m.
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Review and reflect on the day
As the day winds down, 91% of successful business owners engage in contemplation, with 28% doing so in the evening. Whether through reflection or other forms of contemplation, 40% believe reviewing their day contributes to overall success. Additionally, 24% attribute their success to manifestation, emphasising the importance of a clear vision for their business trajectory.
You can find the full research here:
https://www.capitalontap.com/en/blog/posts/real-life-habits-of-small-business-owners/
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Mapped: The ‘ultimate’ daily routine for successful business owners
According to a new study by Capital on Tap, two-fifths (41%) of small business owners think having a daily routine has played a part in their success. But, what does the schedule of a successful entrepreneur actually look like?
To find out, the small business credit card company delved a little deeper within their survey, asking 250 UK small business owners to reveal the daily habits they believe have actually contributed to their success. Based on the top 10 most common habits, and the most popular time of day for completing these activities, the experts at Capital on Tap have created the ‘ultimate’ daily routine for business owners.
The full research can be found here: https://www.capitalontap.com/en/blog/posts/real-life-habits-of-small-business-owners/
6am to 9am
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Get out of bed and get ready for the day
Despite social media saying that people need to start their day at 4:30am to have any chance of being productive, the study has revealed that over half (57%) of successful business owners actually get out of bed between 6am and 9am.
Over one-third (37%) of those surveyed are also showering in this window, and nearly two-thirds (59%) say they eat breakfast then too. 91% of successful entrepreneurs also make sure to catch up on the news throughout the day, with 35% choosing to do so before 9am.
9am to 12pm
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Engage with customers and employee management
93% of those surveyed say they speak with customers as part of their daily routine, and nearly two-fifths (38%) say they do so in the morning. 90% also say they undertake employee management on a daily basis, with one-third (31%) doing so between 9am and 12pm.
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Organise workspace
Nearly two-fifths (38%) of those surveyed say that having a tidy workspace helps them feel focused and motivated. Of the 90% of business owners who make sure they have a neat area to work in, 33% think this is the best time to organise their workspace.
12pm to 3pm
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Review taxes or accounts and monitor finances
94% of those surveyed say that they sort their taxes and accounts as part of their daily routine, with a quarter (24%) doing so in this window. 92% also monitor their finances on a daily basis, and 21% think lunch is the best time to do this.
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Eat healthy and go on a walk outside
Lunchtime is seen as a good chance to incorporate physical well-being into a daily routine. 93% of those surveyed include healthy eating as one of their daily habits, and one in three (32%) view lunch as the best time to eat well. 92% also make sure to get outside on a walk during a typical day, and one in five business owners (21%) say this is the best time to do so.
3pm to 6pm
The afternoon can be a good chance to get stuck into a to-do list that has been created throughout the morning and prioritise any urgent tasks. In addition to this, according to our study, one in five of the business owners who are journaling do so within this time period.
6pm to 9pm
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Listen to music
Over one-third (38%) of those surveyed say that music helps to inspire and motivate them, and 93% of business owners say listening to music is part of their daily routine. One-fifth (20%) like to do so after 6pm, but this is also a popular activity at any time of day. Music can be a great way to switch off, or to help move yourself from work mode to a more chilled headspace.
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Make time for hobbies
Of the 89% who make time for hobbies in their daily schedule, one-third (32%) like to do so in this post-work window. It’s interesting to note however, that as many as one-third (31%) of those surveyed say they have had to sacrifice their hobbies and interests to keep up with their work.
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Exercise
87% of business owners also include exercise in their daily routine, and 28% of those surveyed do so post-work. While social media often suggests that successful entrepreneurs are hitting the gym before sunrise to maximise their day, the study shows this is really not the case, with a mere 7% choosing to exercise before 6am.
9pm to 12am
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Review and reflect on the day
As the evening draws to a close, now is the chance to review and reflect on the day. 91% of successful business owners say they incorporate some form of contemplation into their routine, and one-third (28%) say they do so during this window. No matter what form of contemplation they take, 40% of those surveyed say that reflecting back on their day contributes to their overall success.
Although it might not be a regular part of their daily routine, a quarter (24%) of business owners also think that manifestation got them where they are today, so having a clear vision for where the business is going is really important.
To find out more information please visit the following link: https://www.capitalontap.com/en/blog/posts/real-life-habits-of-small-business-owners/