Chronotypes: Early Bird or Night Owl – Which Is Better?

One of the hottest debates in productivity: Is it best to sleep early and wake at dawn, or sleep late and work into the night? The answer: it depends on your chronotype. 

Chronotype is your natural inclination toward waking early or late – the classic “morning lark” vs “night owl” distinction.

This isn’t just preference or habit; it’s largely biological, rooted in your personal circadian rhythm and even genetics 

Chronotype differences: some of us have an “owl” on one shoulder and others a “lark” – honor your internal clock. Studies show about 30% are morning types, 30% evening types, and the rest in between