Exactly 10 years ago, I was laid off from my job and began my journey as a guy who works from home.

Now, there's a lot to say about my entrepreneurial journey, but we can save that for another episode or another podcast entirely.

This episode is about lifestyle optimization.

It's about finding a sustainable work-life balance.

It's about digging your heels into intentionality in a way that most people will never be able to experience.

This is the 5 a.m. Miracle, episode number 549.

I have worked from home for 10 years.

Here's how I mastered it.

Good morning and welcome to the 5 a.m. Miracle.

I am Jeff Sanders and this is the podcast dedicated to dominating your day before breakfast.

My goal is to help you bounce out of bed with enthusiasm,

create powerful lifelong habits, and tackle your grandest goals with extraordinary energy.

I am a keynote speaker and corporate trainer, specializing in delivering high energy,

interactive, and action-oriented presentations and workshops focused on productivity,

wellness, and personal and professional growth. If you want to learn more, head over to

jeffsanders.com slash speaking. Now in the episode this week, I'll break down what my life has

looked like while working from home for the last decade, including a few years

with just me, Tessa, our dog, Benny, and then a few years with me, Tessa, and our two young

daughters, Maisie and Rosie. Also share 10 of my greatest lessons learned, and why you

should always strive to put yourself first and your work second.

Let's dig in.

Now, before we dig too far into the weeds, let's just state the obvious.

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