Win the Day

266. Buy Back Your Time with Dan Martell | From the Vault 💸

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Dec 16, 2025
Dan Martell, a serial entrepreneur and bestselling author, dives into transformative life lessons after overcoming addiction and prison time. He reveals the crucial role of a supportive figure in his turnaround. Martell emphasizes the need for entrepreneurs to reclaim their time, create energy-filled lives, and learn the importance of serving others. He shares practical techniques like the camcorder method for delegation and maintaining family priorities. With insights on building strong relationships through shared challenges, he underscores that gratitude can shift our perspective.
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ANECDOTE

Belief From A Guard Changed Everything

  • Dan Martell describes a prison guard, Brian, who pulled him aside in juvenile detention and told him he believed in him.
  • That single caring moment planted a seed of self-belief that transformed Dan's life trajectory.
INSIGHT

Not All Time Feels The Same

  • Not all time is created equal; some activities feel like art class while others drag like math.
  • Trade up tasks to others so your day becomes energizing and amplifies your life.
ADVICE

Spend Money To Save Time

  • Use the buyback loop to trade low-value, energy-draining tasks to others and buy back creative time.
  • Spend money to save time so you can focus on high-value work that makes more money and energy.
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