How I Supercharge My Productivity with Theme Days

I’m excited to share a powerful strategy that has revolutionized my productivity: theme days. If your busy schedule is leaving you overwhelmed, this method can help you regain control and focus, maximizing your time and energy.

Running a SaaS business is challenging. As CEO, my days involve strategic planning, team management, customer engagement, financial oversight, product development, and more. Balancing these responsibilities often left me feeling scattered and unfocused. I tried various productivity tools—apps, planners, timers—but nothing worked. The constant task-switching drained my focus and enthusiasm. Then, I discovered the concept of theme days.

Reading Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell was a game-changer. Martell’s insights on theme days helped me boost my productivity by dedicating focused time to key areas of my business and personal life. By batching similar tasks, reducing context switching, and managing my time more effectively, I transformed the way I work.

Here's how I organize my week for maximum productivity and balance:

• Monday: Planning and brainstorming new content ideas

• Tuesday: Team meetings (internal and external), online demos, and 1-1 calls

• Wednesday: Conducting podcast interviews

• Thursday: Team meetings, online demos, and 1-1 calls

• Friday: Advisor meetings, filming new content, and exploring new learnings or side projects

• Saturday: Fun activities or taking new courses

• Sunday: Family and personal time

My mornings are crucial for setting a productive tone:

• 07:00 AM: Morning walk followed by an invigorating ice bath

• 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Gym session and lunch break

This routine energizes me and helps me maintain focus throughout the day.

My assistant is indispensable in keeping my schedule on track. She organizes my calendar and daily action items with incredible precision, ensuring I’m always on top of my responsibilities.

With her managing the administrative tasks, I can focus on the high-priority activities that drive our business forward. Knowing that my assistant has everything under control gives me the peace of mind to stay productive and focused, making each day more effective and rewarding.

Why Theme Days are a Game-Changer

• Focusing on Similar Tasks: Grouping similar tasks keeps my brain in the same mode, making it easier to get in the groove and stay productive.

• Providing Structure: Having a clear plan for each day reduces decision fatigue and helps maintain a consistent workflow.

• Prioritizing Effectively: Theme days allow me to dedicate time to different priorities, ensuring that important tasks are not neglected.

With theme days, I no longer juggle multiple tasks daily. This structured approach saves me time and mental energy, allowing me to focus on what truly matters—getting things done efficiently.

If you want to enhance your efficiency and bring structure to your busy schedule, theme days might be the solution. They’ve made a huge difference for me, and I believe they can help you too.

Stay productive and enjoy the journey!

Best,

Angelo