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545: Take Control of Your Time with Andrew Hartman

Nov 11, 2024
Andrew Hartman, Founder of Time Boss, shares his insights on taking control of time to reduce stress and enhance productivity. He introduces his unique 'Time Boss' framework, emphasizing task prioritization and boundary setting. Listeners learn about practical strategies like time blocking and weekly reflection to manage interruptions and improve work-life balance. Andrew also discusses overcoming personal burnout and how establishing a supportive culture can enhance team communication. His methods aim to help business owners multiply their time effectively.
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ANECDOTE

Burnout Sparked The Time Boss System

  • Andrew Hartman burned out multiple times in fast-paced startups and even lost his sense of smell for a season.
  • He built a time system after recovering to avoid repeating that chaos for himself and his teams.
INSIGHT

Tech And Remote Work Amplify Stress

  • Constant connectivity makes stress worse by dragging work context into personal life.
  • Remote work and notifications blur boundaries so knowledge workers feel overwhelmed without new mental models.
ADVICE

Run A Sacred Weekly Planning Meeting

  • Run a weekly planning meeting to align the next seven days to your goals and values.
  • Treat that meeting as sacred and never miss it because it sets your future self up to succeed.
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