How to Be Awesome at Your Job 2024 GREATS: 935: The Five Steps to Winning Every Week with Demir Bentley
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Dec 23, 2024 
Demir Bentley, an executive productivity coach and bestselling author, shares his expertise on winning the week. He discusses why most people struggle with planning their week and offers simple solutions. Listeners will learn how to use their calendars as powerful tools instead of just scheduling devices. Bentley emphasizes transitioning from burnout to optimal productivity through effective planning and the concept of 'commitment debt'. Small changes, he argues, lead to significant improvements in both work-life balance and personal satisfaction.
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Demir's Burnout Story
- Demir Bentley's overworking led to a health crisis and a diagnosis of "salaryman sudden death syndrome".
- This forced him to drastically reduce his work hours and prioritize productivity.
The Planning Paradox
- Most people acknowledge the importance of weekly planning but fail to implement it consistently.
- Less than 1% of managers surveyed actually planned their weeks.
Calendarization is Key
- Calendarization, scheduling tasks on your calendar, is crucial for effective planning.
- It transforms wishful thinking into concrete action and provides a sense of control.
