The Free-Time Formula helps you slow down time and get the important things done. We're all overworked, stressed, and always being asked to do more, and do it better; the days aren't getting any longer, so something has to give - don't let it be your sanity. This book provides a real-world framework for more effective time management that helps you prioritize, focus, clarify, and go. You'll begin with a time audit to assess your current stress, strategies, and output - and the results may shock you. From there, you'll work step-by-step toward a new daily routine that will help you become the focused, efficient achiever you've been trying to be for so long. It's not about cramming more into your precious 24 hours, it's about figuring out what really matters to you, and getting the most important things done first. Every day. Never miss another big deadline, never flake on an important meeting, never be late to an appointment again. It is possible with great planning, and this book is your personal guide.
Focused on action, not filler, this book is an excellent resource for those who want to achieve more, but do less. With a few simple changes, you'll find the time you've been missing and put it to more productive use.
- Define and prioritize your personal and professional goals and responsibilities
- Cut the distractions and clarify your daily objectives
- Adapt your workplace tools and environment to facilitate actual work
- Periodically self-assess, course-correct when needed, and plan for the future
Rather than rush through another day leaving things un-done and roses un-sniffed, take a beat and a breath, and take back your day with The Free-Time Formula.
Table of Contents
Foreword xiii
Introduction xvii
STEP I FIND OUT WHAT’S REALLY GOING ON 1
Chapter 1 The Freedom to Do Anything 3
Chapter 2 Asking the Right Questions 19
STEP II CLARIFY WHAT MATTERS 33
Chapter 3 The Vital Few 35
Chapter 4 Knowing What to Do Next 49
STEP III FLEX YOUR MUSCLES 63
Chapter 5 Fitness for Busy People 65
Chapter 6 Mental Bicep Curls 79
STEP IV CUT THE NONSENSE 89
Chapter 7 You Have Permission to Let Go 91
Chapter 8 Reducing Friction 105
STEP V SCHEDULE WHAT MATTERS 115
Chapter 9 Red-Carpet Calendar 117
Chapter 10 What to Do with All That Free Time 135
STEP VI PREVENT FUTURE NONSENSE 151
Chapter 11 Slaying the Distraction Dragons 153
Chapter 12 Turn Off the Lights and Hide! 171
STEP VII SOLIDIFY YOUR IDEAL RHYTHM 187
Chapter 13 Crunch and Release 189
Chapter 14 Seven-Day Action Plan 199
References 207
About the Author 209
Index 211
