33 Entrepreneurs on When They Wake Up and How It Impacts Their Productivity

Does waking up early make you more productive? Or is being a night owl the better way to go?

Thrive Global recently approached 33 entrepreneurs and asked them to share their approach to sleep – and why it works for them.

Leader-Connect Founder Neil Jurd OBE was one of the 33 approached and here are Neil’s thoughts:

Neil Jurd OBE: “I’m not an early bird or a night owl.”

“I’m not a fan of the warrior-martyr approach to business: long hours and cold showers.  I see my business as a long game, and I’m in no hurry.

I wake up at 07:30 and start with at least two cups of tea. I’m not an early bird or a night owl – I think both take years off people’s lives and create stress for their employees. 

I do most of my work between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., but I will occasionally work into the evening. I think better from mid-morning onwards. The working day is also the best time to interact with people, and running a business involves a lot of interaction and conversation. 

I see my business as a long-term commitment, and it’s important that I work sustainably. That means leaving space to eat well, to be a good parent, and spend time with friends.”

Read the full 33 responses at the link below:

33 Entrepreneurs on When They Wake Up – And How It Impacts Their Productivity – Thrive Global