In this episode of the Lucky 13 podcast, Mike Lantz and Josh Hauser discuss the importance of intentional time management and work-life balance. They reflect on a recent Pacers vs. Knicks game before introducing the "eight by eight by eight" framework for dividing time between work, sleep, and personal life. Sharing personal stories and practical tips, they encourage listeners to audit their schedules, prioritize commitments, and use tools to track time. Emphasizing flexibility and purpose, they inspire the audience to make conscious choices that align with their values and lead to a more fulfilling life.   Podcast Introduction and Basketball Game Reflection (00:00:08) Mike and Josh introduce the episode, joke about ending the show, and discuss the Pacers vs. Knicks Game 6. Life Choices and Work-Life Balance (00:00:40) Josh explains missing the game due to family, leading to a discussion on making intentional life choices. The "Eight by Eight by Eight" Framework (00:01:53) Introduction and explanation of the 8x8x8 rule: 8 hours work, 8 hours sleep, 8 hours for personal priorities. Imbalance and Communication During Busy Seasons (00:02:46) Discusses the consequences of overworking and the importance of communicating with family during busy periods. Personal Story: Time Tracking and Coaching (00:03:56) Mike shares his experience with a coach, tracking time in 15-minute increments, and learning about productive activities. Bucketing and Auditing Time (00:04:43) Describes categorizing tracked time into buckets and identifying "dollar productive" activities. The Ideal Week Exercise (00:06:35) Explains building an ideal week by listing commitments and scheduling them intentionally. Prioritizing Commitments and Big Rocks (00:07:38) Discusses identifying non-negotiable commitments and scheduling them as "big rocks" in the calendar. Leaving White Space and Flexibility (00:08:43) Emphasizes the importance of leaving white space in the calendar for flexibility and availability. Seasonal and Life Changes in Scheduling (00:10:23) Notes how schedules and priorities shift with seasons of life and business, and the need to plan ahead. Step-by-Step: Implementing the Framework (00:11:03) Josh recaps the process: list commitments, track time, and plan using a quarterly view for better rhythm. Tracking and Bucketing Time (00:12:42) Reiterates the importance of tracking time, creating custom buckets, and using the 8x8x8 framework. Work Buckets and Delegation (00:13:25) Breaks down work time into core responsibilities, avoiding time spent on tasks below one's pay grade. Team Alignment and Accountability (00:14:45) Encourages leaders to focus on unique abilities and ensure team members do the same for efficiency. Action Steps: Time Tracking for Listeners (00:16:09) Listeners are encouraged to track their time in 15-minute increments for two weeks and bucket activities. Intentional Calendar Planning (00:16:54) Advocates for intentionally scheduling priorities and commitments, similar to how we schedule appointments. Discipline and Flexibility in Execution (00:19:02) Stresses the need for discipline in following the planned calendar, while leaving room for emergencies. Organizational Impact and Teaching the Method (00:20:41) Discusses how leaders modeling this approach can influence the entire organization's effectiveness. Auditing and Time Tracking Tools (00:21:28) Mentions tools like Harvest for ongoing time tracking and auditing, and the value of periodic self-audits. The Value of Time and Purpose (00:22:10) Reflects on the irreplaceable nature of time, the importance of spending it wisely, and finding purpose in work.

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