Start Your Workday with One Helpful Action
Begin your workday with one helpful action, so you build momentum and remind yourself who your work serves.
5–10 mins
Daily
Effort: Casual-
Ingredient: Meaningful Work
Finding joy and purpose in what you do every day.
How
01
Pick who you’ll help today: Choose one person or group - teammate, client, or even “future you/us.”
02
Do one visible help early (≤10 min): Examples: confirm a time, send a clear update, set up a tool or space, remove a minor blocker.
03
Close the loop: Say it’s done or leave it obviously ready; note the next step if needed.
Easy Start
Before opening inbox or feeds, do one 5-minute help for someone - then begin your day.
Why It Matters
A small early win sets a useful tone, builds momentum, and reminds you your work serves real people.
Questions and Thoughts
- “My mornings are chaotic.” → Use your first calm slot instead.
- “Too many people to serve.” → Rotate; one is enough.
- “It’ll expand.” → Set a 10-minute cap; choose tasks that end.
- “I work solo.” → Serve future me/us (prep something you’ll rely on later)
Care Notes
Choose actions within your role and energy; this is a starter, not your whole morning. Don’t over-promise - be clear and respectful when the action affects others’ plans.
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