The Greg McKeown Podcast 40. What's Essential: Michael Hyatt on Winning at Work and Succeeding in Life
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Mar 1, 2021 
Michael Hyatt, best-selling author of "How to Win at Work and Succeed at Life," shares insights on achieving holistic success. He emphasizes the need for a clear vision to align career ambitions with personal fulfillment. The discussion highlights the power of constraints, prioritizing essential tasks, and embracing rest to redefine productivity. Hyatt also offers practical strategies for managing work-life balance and navigating life's complexities, transforming how we approach both success and well-being.
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False Summit
- Michael Hyatt took on a failing division at Thomas Nelson Publishers, working 70-80 hours a week to achieve success.
- Despite receiving a large bonus, his wife revealed his absence was negatively impacting their family life.
Holistic Success
- Define success holistically, considering all life dimensions, not just work.
- Interconnectedness in life means one area's crisis can affect others.
Power of Constraints
- Embrace constraints to prioritize and boost productivity and creativity.
- Set boundaries around work, like specific quitting times and no work on weekends or vacations.
