Mastering Time Blocking: Shay Doran's Productivity Secrets
Episode Overview
Use the 'who' instead of 'how' approach to learn from experts. Set 'lead or gold' deadlines to improve productivity. Combine resistance and time tracking for better focus. Schedule 60-minute blocks of focused work with breaks. Organise your week into high-value activity blocks.
By organising my week into focused blocks, I ensure I dedicate time to high-value activities.
Day 15 of the 30-day challenge is here, and Shay Doran dives into the art of time blocking. If you've been following along, congratulations - you're halfway through! Shay shares his experience with implementing Russell Brunson's techniques to boost productivity and achieve goals. One of the key takeaways is the concept of 'who' instead of 'how'. Instead of figuring out how to do something from scratch, Shay found it more effective to learn from those who've already mastered it.
This led him to discover resources like Carl Newport's work on eliminating digital distractions. Another highlight is the 'lead or gold' deadlines that Shay introduced on day 11. By reverse engineering his tasks and setting specific deadlines, he noticed a significant improvement in his productivity. Combining the resistance tracker with the time tracker also streamlined his process, making it easier to identify distractions and stay focused. The main focus of today's episode is time blocking.
Russell Brunson suggests scheduling 60-minute blocks for focused work, followed by a 10-minute break. This method, particularly useful for those with ADHD, helps maintain concentration and efficiency. Shay has been using a similar approach for years and plans to test whether he truly needs longer blocks or if eliminating distractions will suffice. By organising his week into these focused blocks, Shay ensures he dedicates time to high-value activities like creating content, preparing for client sessions, and reviewing ads.
This method has brought a positive shift in his productivity, and he encourages you to give it a try. Tune in tomorrow for day 16 and keep up the great work!