Think Like an Owner Hill Hamrick on Relentless Prioritization (From Episode 263)
Mar 28, 2025
Hill Hamrick, a guest speaker and leadership expert, dives into the art of relentless prioritization and effective leadership. He stresses the importance of setting clear, unified goals for teams and evaluates the impact of technology on decision-making. The discussion highlights the structured IDS process for tackling issues, ensuring focus on strategic objectives. Hamrick also reflects on the significance of time management, urging listeners to reconsider their priorities in the context of life's brevity, ultimately aiming to enhance both personal and professional fulfillment.
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Long-Term Goal Alignment
- Align the whole team on long-term (3-10 year) goals.
- Translate those goals into one-year priorities to ensure everyone works towards the same vision.
Schedule Deep Thinking Time
- Block off time for deep thinking and working on top priorities.
- Communicate this "executive time" to your team to minimize interruptions.
Distraction Management
- Hill Hamrick finds it hard to resist distractions, especially from colleagues.
- Blocking off time and being disciplined about it has been helpful for him.