Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin

Busy But Not Productive? The Calendar System to 10x Your Time

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Apr 16, 2025
Feeling busy but unproductive? Discover how top performers optimize their time with simple systems. Learn about a cloud calendar setup that reduces back-and-forth scheduling. Find out why having one priority is more effective than a lengthy to-do list. Hear about a minimal shared notes system for capturing key decisions. James shares his daily practice of identifying a Most Valued Priority to maintain focus. These actionable hacks can help reclaim your time and enhance your productivity!
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ADVICE

Centralize Your Calendar

  • Use a shared digital calendar stored in the cloud and give key people access to it.
  • Schedule everything because what gets scheduled gets done.
ADVICE

Capture Tasks In A Single Shared Note

  • Keep task capture simple using a shared note with clear headings and tickable bullets.
  • Move completed items from the note to the calendar to finalize them.
INSIGHT

Simplicity Beats Complex Systems

  • Complex tools often fail because people stop using them when they become heavy and confusing.
  • Simplicity sustains momentum and adoption in personal and team systems.
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