
As an advisor to many CEOs of Fortune 500 companies over the years, I’ve found a common thread that might surprise you: CEOs work hard but they also know how to recharge faster and better. Just like in fitness, recovery is a key part of exertion. At work, learning to micro-relax better can increase energy, productivity and, quite frankly, joy. When I’m working with younger executives who want to make it to the top, I often give them this advice: Get better at being lazy.