S1 E7. Red Days, Green Days

Red Days, Green Days

Energy is a currency — spend it with intention. In this episode, I share how I learned to protect energy at work by treating my calendar not just as a schedule, but as a map of my energy. Using a simple Traffic Light Calendar system, I discovered how to set boundaries that prevent burnout and build resilience.

Anchor Line:

Energy is a currency — spend it with intention.

Leadership Move (The Traffic Light Calendar):

• Red = Draining — Meetings or activities that deplete energy.
• Green = Energizing — Work, people, or rhythms that refuel you.
• Yellow = Unpredictable — Could go either way.

Scan your week. If there’s too much red, rebalance by shifting meetings, inserting green activities, and protecting recovery time.

Quote:

“My calendar wasn’t just a list of tasks. It was a map of my energy.”

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