The Strategist’s View of Time
Introduction
Time is the one resource that every single person receives equally: 24 hours in a day.
The difference between success and mediocrity isn’t how much time you have—it’s how you use it.
Strategists don’t just manage time; they design it. They see time as a resource to be allocated wisely, just like money or energy.
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The Three Buckets of Time
A simple way to view your day is by dividing it into three buckets:
1. Focus Time – The hours where you do your most important work—the activities that actually move you forward.
2. Admin Time – Routine tasks like emails, errands, cleaning—necessary but not transformative.
3. Rest & Recharge Time – Sleep, exercise, leisure—because without energy, strategy collapses.
Most people fill their days with admin tasks and distractions, leaving little space for focus. Strategists flip this: they protect their focus time fiercely.
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Time as Energy, Not Just Hours
It’s not just about hours—it’s about energy levels.
You might have 2 free hours at night, but if your energy is drained, it won’t be quality work. Strategists align high-energy hours with high-value tasks.
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Activity: Track Your Time
Take the next 24 hours and track how you spend your time.
At the end of the day, ask yourself:
• How much went into focus work?
• How much into admin tasks?
• How much into rest?
This simple reflection can reveal why you often feel “busy” but not productive.
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Conclusion
Managing time is not about filling every hour—it’s about prioritizing focus time, respecting rest, and minimizing wasted admin time.
✨ Remember this line: “You can’t control time, but you can control where it flows.”
In the next lesson, we’ll design a weekly plan that helps you balance these three buckets effectively.