137. Anti-Time Management with Richie Norton (Part 1)

In 'Anti-Time Management,' Richie Norton offers a revolutionary approach to the age-old question of work-life balance. The book introduces the 'Time Tipping' framework, which emphasizes prioritizing attention over managing time. Norton provides practical principles such as 'Project Stacking,' 'Work Syncing,' and 'Expert Sourcing' to help readers get their time back, change how they are paid, and protect and expand their time around their values. The book is filled with personal stories and insights that help readers clarify and prioritize what is truly important in their lives and work.

In 'Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less,' Greg McKeown argues that by applying a more selective criteria for what is essential, individuals can regain control of their time and energy. The book is divided into sections such as Explore, Eliminate, and Execute, providing practical advice on distinguishing the vital few from the trivial many and eliminating non-essential activities. McKeown emphasizes the importance of clarity of focus, the ability to say 'no,' and living 'by design, not by default. ' This approach helps readers achieve more by doing less and making the highest possible contribution in their personal and professional lives.

In 'Effortless', Greg McKeown offers practical tools and strategies for achieving more with less effort. The book is organized into three parts: the effortless state, effortless action, and effortless results. McKeown argues that not everything has to be hard and provides methods for turning tedious tasks into enjoyable rituals, preventing frustration, setting a sustainable pace, and automating essential tasks. His philosophy emphasizes the importance of finding easier ways to accomplish what matters most, rather than perpetually overexerting oneself.

In this book, Richie Norton redefines 'stupid' as a smart approach to achieving success. He argues that the smartest people often do things that others may initially perceive as stupid but are actually innovative and life-changing. The book teaches readers how to crush fear, make dreams happen, and live without regret by overcoming obstacles such as lack of time, education, or money. It also outlines the 5 actions of the 'New Smart' to achieve authentic success, drawing on years of research and interviews with successful individuals.