Stop Pretending You Don't Have Enough Time!

10/09/2025 40 min Episodio 311
Stop Pretending You Don't Have Enough Time!

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Ever feel like you need more hours in the day? Turns out, you don't. In this episode, we dive deep into time management for founders, starting with a viral Reddit post that stirred some controversy. We'll explore how compressing your timelines can lead to greater efficiency and free up your schedule for the things that truly matter. Forget the chronic meeting bloat and endless email chains; it's all about optimizing every minute. Discover how focusing on small, incremental tasks can lead to significant progress, both in your professional and personal life. Whether you're a solo founder or leading a team, this episode offers actionable insights to make the most out of your 24 hours.Resources:Startup Therapy Podcasthttps://www.startups.com/community/startup-therapyWebsitehttps://www.startups.com/beginLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/startups-co/Join our Network of Top FoundersWil Schroterhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/wilschroter/Ryan Rutanhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-rutan/What to listen for:00:26 The Reddit Experiment: Stirring Controversy03:53 The Time Compression Revelation04:32 Analyzing Time Management07:52 The Cost of Meetings and Conversations15:21 The Impact of Family on Work Hours17:44 The Power of Constraints20:02 The Power of Saying No20:24 Focus as a Job20:34 Timeless Solutions21:06 The Importance of Prioritization21:34 Efficiency in Communication22:34 Breaking Down Big Tasks23:14 Consistency and Compounding23:25 Building a House with Focus26:53 Weekly Timelines for Productivity36:12 Reclaiming Time for Personal Use