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Time
The best Paper Napkin Wisdom conversations on time, chosen and in order.
Most owners don't run short of opportunities. They stall under too many. Joe Calloway took his napkin from Warren Buffett. Say no to almost everything. Liza Roeser's version is a test. If it's not a hell yes, it's an easy no. Jay Papasan asks for the one thing that makes everything else easier or unnecessary.
Dave Lakhani works in blocks of 45 minutes of intense focus and 15 minutes off. Michael Walsh says time management is a myth, so manage your energy instead. Damon Gersh plans his week on Monday and takes a day off every week.
My own contribution is a stop list. The leaders I admire do fewer things with certainty. And the resistance you feel is usually something you're already doing.
“Your time on this planet is finite. Spend it on things you love.”
Brad Feld, Episode 41
Start here: the top 10
1
How to Focus as a Business Owner: Dave Lakhani's 45-15 Method
Episode 40 · Dave Lakhani
How to focus as a business owner: the 45-15 method.
2
How to Focus on One Priority: Jay Papasan on Lining Up Your Dominoes
Episode 55 · Jay Papasan
The ONE Thing: focusing on a single priority (Jay Papasan).
3
Time Management Is a Myth: Michael Walsh on Managing Your Energy Instead
Episode 32 · Michael Walsh
Time management is a myth: manage energy instead.
4
Why Delayed Gratification Fails Founders: Brad Feld on Finite Time
Episode 41 · Brad Feld
Your time is finite: spend it on what you love (Brad Feld).
5
How to Say No to Distractions: Syed Sultan Ahmed on Founder Focus
Episode 99 · Syed Sultan Ahmed
Saying no to distractions to stay focused.
6
Do Fewer Things Better: Noah Ellis on Hospitality and Execution
Episode 317 · Noah Ellis
Noah Ellis: do fewer things better.
7
How to Say No to Almost Everything in Business: Joe Calloway
Episode 141 · Joe Calloway
Say no to almost everything: a three-question filter.
8
How to Say No to Good Opportunities: Liza Roeser on Hell Yes or Easy No
Episode 327 · Liza Roeser
Hell yes or easy no: saying no to good opportunities.
9
What to Stop Doing as a Leader: Why a Stop List Beats a To-Do List
Episode 326 · Edge of the Napkin
A stop list beats a to-do list.
10
Get a Life: Damon Gersh on Building a Business That Serves You
Episode 84 · Damon Gersh
Get a life: plan the week Monday, take Fridays off.
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