Some people are at their sharpest at 6:00 a.m., while others don’t hit their stride until after lunch.

There’s no universal “best time” – the key is to understand your natural rhythm and match your tasks to it.

Practical guide

Observe your daily rhythm

• When do you write best?

• When are you most focused?

• When do you feel a drop in energy?

Use a time-tracking tool to record

• Your working hours

• The type of task

• Your subjective energy rating (1–5)

Review your results to spot patterns

• For example: mornings for creative work, afternoons for admin tasks.

Recommendations

• Avoid scheduling demanding tasks for times when you’re usually “not in the zone.”

• Take micro-breaks – 5 minutes of walking for every 25 minutes of focus (Pomodoro technique).

• Combine time tracking with notes about your mood, the weather, and your work location.

Bonus tip: Once a week, do a quick review. What went well? What didn’t? What changed?