Show Website: https://mspbusinessschool.com/

Episode Summary:

In this insightful episode of MSP Business School, Brian Doyle engages with Andrew Hartman, the founder of Time Boss, to delve into the intricacies of effective time management.

The conversation highlights common pitfalls in managing time and stress, particularly in high-demand environments like MSPs, where technical founders often struggle with overwhelming tasks. Andrew shares his personal journey through oppressive stress, which even affected his health, and how he developed strategies that became foundational to his company, Time Boss.

Andrew discusses the essence of managing chaos and the uniqueness of Time Boss, a system developed over a decade to bridge the gap between pressing daily demands and sustainable productivity. Key themes include the importance of carving out time for priorities amidst chaos, the impact of stress on creativity and performance, and the need for a structured framework to navigate daily tasks effectively.

By adopting the Time Boss methodology, MSPs can expect a notable increase in productivity and personal peace, achieving a balanced work-life dynamic.

Key Takeaways:

• Separate Chaos from Priorities: Andrew emphasizes the need to allocate time for both chaos and strategic priorities to manage overwhelming workloads effectively.
• Habit Change is Essential: Andrew stresses that improving time management involves altering long-standing habits and embracing new approaches to workload management.
• Unified Team Approach: By incorporating a shared language for time management within teams, organizations can enhance coordination and empathy among team members.
• Time Overlap Awareness: Understanding comeback time and multitasking effects on productivity can reclaim lost hours and increase focus on core tasks.
• Reality-Based Time Planning: Andrew advises that recognizing time's limitations helps in strategic adjustments to align tasks with available resources.

Guest Name: Andrew Hartman

LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewhartman/
Company: Time Boss
Website: https://www.timeboss.us/

Host
Brian Doyle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briandoylevciotoolbox/

Sponsor
vCIOToolbox: https://vciotoolbox.com