How does the first hour of your day dictate your success as a leader? For many business owners, the morning is a frantic rush. This episode challenges that norm with Michael Klassen, co-founder and host of the 5AM Podcast. With a deep background in broadcast television and media production, Michael joins Harmonious at Lunch to detail why a purposeful morning routine is a non-negotiable strategic asset for any executive.
We go beyond just waking up early and discuss the core components that drive performance: cultivating genuine gratitude to improve decision-making and developing an abundance mindset to spot opportunities others miss. Michael shares the framework he uses to help entrepreneurs and leaders structure their mornings for mental clarity, sustained focus, and personal fulfillment, directly impacting their business's bottom line. This is your guide to building a morning that builds a better company.
Chapters:
[00:00] - Intro: Your Morning Routine as a Business Strategy
[01:35] - Michael Klassen on Why He Founded the 5AM Podcast
[03:50] - The Tangible Business Benefits of a Gratitude Practice
[06:20] - Shifting from a Scarcity to an Abundance Mindset as a Leader
[09:10] - The Practical Framework for a High-Impact Morning Routine
[12:00] - Leveraging Storytelling Skills from Broadcast TV in Business
[14:45] - Overcoming Consistency Hurdles for Non-Morning People
[16:30] - How to Connect with Michael and the 5AM Community
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