Why Friday Is My Secret Weapon (And Should Be Yours Too)
Let me share something that's completely changed how I approach my week... I intentionally save my most dreaded tasks for Fridays. I know, I know. That sounds backwards, right? Most people want to tackle their hardest stuff on Monday when they're "fresh" or get it out of the way mid-week. But hear me out. The Friday Effect Is Real There's something magical about Fridays that we all feel but rarely leverage strategically. Think about it: - You're in a better mood - the weekend is just hours away - Everyone else is in a better mood - that person you need to call? They're feeling it too - The energy is lighter - there's a collective exhale happening - People are more forgiving - that difficult conversation? It goes smoother on Friday This positive energy is contagious and infectious. When you're relaxed and optimistic, the person on the other end of that dreaded phone call picks up on it. When you walk into that uncomfortable meeting with Friday energy, it changes the entire dynamic. My Friday Philosophy.... Here's what I do: I look at my week and identify the tasks that make me go "ugh, I really don't want to do that." You know the ones: - That difficult phone call you've been avoiding - The uncomfortable conversation you need to have - The tedious administrative task that drains your soul - Following up on something that might get rejected And I deliberately schedule them for Friday. Why This Works. 1. Your mindset is better - You're not grinding through Monday stress or mid-week exhaustion. You've got that Friday lightness working for you. 2. The other person's guard is down - That difficult client? That person who usually pushes back? They're thinking about their weekend plans, not looking for a fight. 3. You end the week with wins - Instead of leaving tough stuff hanging over your weekend, you close loops. You go into Saturday feeling accomplished, not anxious. 4. The momentum carries - Knocking out dreaded tasks on Friday when you're in a good mood creates positive associations. These tasks become less scary over time.