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Leadership Resources from the Carlson Executive MBA Program

Energy Audit Template

Managing energy, not just time is becoming increasingly important for personal and professional effectiveness. This 7-day Energy Audit worksheet is a practical tool designed to help anyone track their energy levels, decision-making, and task switching throughout the day.
By regularly recording these metrics, individuals can uncover patterns in how their energy fluctuates, identify their most productive periods, and make informed adjustments to their routines. This approach is inspired by research showing that decision fatigue and frequent context switching can significantly impact focus and overall well-being. For example, an individual needs 23 minutes to fully recover focus from a task switch.
Start taking control of your life by optimizing your energy use!!

Source: Hug, Ivan. “The Four Batteries You’re Draining Right Now.” Substack, https://ivanhug.substack.com/p/the-four-batteries-youre-draining?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=19cdk2&triedRedirect=true. .

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