Jan 14 2025 21 mins
In this episode of the Levership podcast, Matt Symes and Chris Johnston discusses the importance of time management for leaders. They emphasize that being busy does not equate to being productive and that leaders must redefine their responsibilities to enable others rather than just doing the work themselves. The conversation covers the pitfalls of email management, the need for intentional time allocation, and the significance of understanding one's energy rhythms to optimize productivity. Ultimately, leaders are encouraged to reflect on their time usage and create space for deep work to achieve their goals effectively.
Takeaways
- Busy is often glorified, but it doesn't equate to productivity.
- Leaders must shift from doing to enabling others.
- Intentional calendar management is crucial for leaders.
- Email management is a significant distraction for productivity.
- Understanding energy management is more important than time management.
- Deep work requires uninterrupted focus and time.
- Leaders should articulate their responsibilities clearly.
- Reflection on time usage is essential for improvement.
- Creating a productive rhythm is key to success.
- Setting clear objectives helps in measuring success.