Time Management
You don’t need more hours in a day. You need to lead the hours you already have.
Time is your most valuable resource — and once it's spent, you don’t get it back. Too many men feel overwhelmed, pulled in a dozen directions, stuck reacting instead of leading.
But when you master your time, you master your life. The truth is, time management isn’t just about calendars and alarms — it’s about living intentionally
Description
Time management is your ability to plan, prioritise, and use your hours effectively so that you make consistent progress toward what actually matters — not just what’s urgent.
It’s not about being “busy. ”It’s about being focused, clear, and in control
Why It Matters
You reduce stress, chaos, and burnout.
You gain clarity about what matters — and what doesn’t.
You become more present with family, friends, and yourself.
You stop reacting to life and start leading it
How To Develop This skill
Here are 5 techniques on how to build this skill:
1. Know Your Priorities
Not everything is urgent. Not everything is important.
Identify your Top 3 Priorities each week — in life, work, and wellbeing
2. Plan Weekly. Adjust Daily - Use Sundays or Mondays to map your week. Each morning, do a 5-minute check-in:
What needs to happen today to move forward?
3. Time Block Your Calendar
Group similar tasks (work, emails, errands) and assign them time slots.
This reduces “switching fatigue” and boosts focus
4. Set Boundaries on Distractions
Turn off non-essential notifications.
Create “deep work” time — no calls, no social.
Say no to what doesn’t align with your priorities
5. Build in Recovery Time
Rest is part of productivity.
Schedule wind-down time, breaks, and unstructured space to recharge
Case Study
Jordan – From Busy and Burnt Out to Focused and Free
Background
Jordan, 42, was a mid-level manager in a marketing firm. He worked 10-hour days, constantly checked emails, and still felt like he was falling behind. His evenings were spent scrolling or zoning out, and he never had energy for the gym, friends, or his side business ideas.
“I was always on... but nothing was really getting done. I was exhausted, frustrated, and spinning my wheels.”
Turning Point
After missing his son’s school performance — again — Jordan sat in his car and realised:
“I’m giving my best hours to everything but what actually matters.”
He committed to learning how to manage his time before it managed him
What Changed
1. He Did a Time Audit - Jordan tracked his days for a full week. He found he was losing nearly 3 hours a day to unplanned tasks, phone use, and scattered multitasking.
2. He Defined His Priorities - He chose 3 key areas:
Family time
Health
Deep, focused work (not just inbox management)
3. He Started Time Blocking - He scheduled 90-minute deep work blocks with phone off and notifications silenced. He also blocked gym time and a non-negotiable family dinner hour.
4. He Protected His Mornings - Jordan started waking up 30 minutes earlier to plan his day, stretch, and set his mindset. No phone, no emails — just intentional space.
5. He Let Go of Perfection - Instead of trying to do everything, he focused on the right things.
That mindset shift gave him peace
The Outcome
Jordan reclaimed 10+ hours a week.
He felt less stressed, more present, and more productive.
His son said, “You’re around more now, Dad.”
He finally launched his side hustle idea — with time to spare.
“Time used to run my life. Now I lead my time — and it’s made me a better man.” Jordan
“I’m not just checking boxes anymore. I’m building a life that matters.” – Jordan
Key Takeaway
Time is your most limited resource — but also your most powerful.
You don’t need to do more.
You need to do what matters — with purpose
Quick Action Steps
Write down your top 3 weekly priorities.
Try time blocking your next day (work, breaks, fitness, family).
Do one thing today that your future self will thank you for
Call To Action
"The bad news is time flies. The good news is you're the pilot." – Michael Altshuler
Assessment
How proficient are you with regards
Time Management