Before Breakfast Time-based productivity, with Carl Pullein
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Aug 6, 2025 
Carl Pullein, a productivity expert and host of the Your Time, Your Way podcast, shares insights on mastering time management. He emphasizes the importance of establishing routines and using the 'perfect week calendar' for better planning. The discussion touches upon strategies for navigating different time zones and managing productivity across various commitments. Pullein's personal anecdotes on overcoming distractions and enhancing focus through structured schedules make for an engaging exploration of time-based productivity.
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Modern Time-Based Productivity
- Unlike past eras, modern tasks can happen anytime but people often fail to allocate enough time leading to overload.
- Time-based productivity means scheduling fixed time blocks for various work categories to maintain control and focus.
Email Time Blocking Success
- Carl Pullein manages his daily email by allocating a fixed hour to handle about 40 actionable emails, preventing backlog and stress.
- He processes emails oldest first, ensuring timely replies without letting communications overwhelm his day.
Create Your Perfect Week
- Design your week by blocking time for what matters most personally and professionally, like exercise and family.
- Prioritize core work tasks to avoid having calendars filled with unproductive meetings.