What one thing, if you do it on a regular basis, will have a direct effect on your bottom line? Many business owners find themselves in a cycle of working such long hours, and under such stress, that taking care of themselves is the lowest thing on their list of priorities. Here are 5 reasons why your own health should be taking that #1 spot on your list of things to do for your business and for your life. ENERGY - Each one of your trillions of cells has its own little energy factory inside. Brain cells. Muscle cells. All your cells. Think about it.If you could do something to pump up the energy in each and every one of your cells, imagine the cumulative effect on how you FEEL! And it's not the damaging type of temporary energy you think you feel from stimulants like caffeine. It's natural - your cells operating at peak capacity to have maximum output of energy. Better health yields better energy which has a mega-impact on your business. MENTAL FOCUS - If you have a "clean" diet - meaning that you don't overdo sugar, alcohol, preservatives, carbohydrates - your brain will function at its best. When you have the ability to maintain concentration, clear thought, and memory you will be able to integrate new ideas and information. STAMINA - You'll not only be better equipped for the regular day to day demands, but when a big project comes due, or you need to give an extra push to get the end-of-the-month sales up, you will have what it takes to make it through. And not only "make it through", but come out on the other end with your immune system strong, and energy to spare. CREATIVITY - Imagine the power running out of the batteries in your handheld CD or tape player. You know how the music starts to slow down, drag, and the voices of the musicians sound about 2 octaves deeper than usual? It's just the same way with the creative part of your brain.If you are not providing adequate nutrients and oxygen (by way of a good diet and exercise), your brain is running on lower and lower fuel and simply cannot think creatively. And you NEED creativity - not just for some artistic endeavor, but to do problem solving. LONGEVITY - Of course, only God knows when "our time" has come, but by doing your part to take care of this temporary "tent" you live in - you'll be doing a great deal towards extending your life, AND enhancing the quality of those extended years. Think of exercise, rest, and solid nutrition as important income producing activities and you'll see your business success improve accordingly - guaranteed! |
