Why I Stopped Letting My Calendar Run My Life: Anatomy of a Failed Productivity Experiment

by | News

Why I Stopped Letting My Calendar Run My Life: Anatomy of a Failed Productivity Experiment

I used to play my calendar like a game of Tetris.

I would stack obligation after obligation for every minute of my waking life. Go to the gym, then work on this, then meet with that person, then meet my friend and so on.

Letting my calendar be my master put me on auto-pilot. Not needing to make decisions about what to work on can be great for some things in some situations. However, deciding what to do with your time is one of the most important decisions someone can make.

Therefore, I prefer to make conscious choices about the best way to spend my time at any given moment.

Click here to read which better strategy Mike Fishbein finally adopted.

RECENT POSTS

How to Find Freelance Writing Work (2023 Guide)

Freelance writing is a great way to earn some extra money on the side. But as you may discover once you get a foothold in the industry, it’s more than possible to turn it into a full-time job and lifelong career. There are some hurdles that you have to overcome,...

Hero’s Journey In Nonfiction: 4 Steps To Spectacular Writing

The hero’s journey is a classic story structure that has been used for centuries. This timeless storytelling technique encompasses the three core aspects of a protagonist’s journey. Using it in fiction often seems like common sense, but the secret is to use it in...

How To Find A Good Reading Chair + 7 Of Our Favorites

When you first become a passionate reader, you might not understand the importance of a good reading chair. It will only take a few weeks or months of reading for your body to figure out that sitting in something comfortable that supports your posture is essential to...

31 Ways to Find Inspiration for Your Writing

You can’t wait for inspiration. You have to go after it with a club. - Jack London No matter how much you love writing, there will always be days when you need inspiration from one muse or another. In fact, I would argue that inspiration is not just a desirable...

25 Writing Prompts For St. Patrick’s Day

Prompts are a great way to get your creative juices flowing, and what better option than to take advantage of writing prompts for St. Patrick’s Day? Whether you celebrate the man after whom this holiday is named, or celebrate the pride of the Irish, below are...

JOIN OVER 2 MILLION READERS

WANT YOUR NEXT BOOK TO BE A BESTSELLER?

Then you need KDP Rocket – the killer advantage of pro authors.

GET KDP ROCKET HERE

Related Posts

Storytelling in Business: The Definitive Guide

Storytelling in Business: The Definitive Guide

by

Have you ever wondered: “How do I resonate with my audience? “How do I get loyal customers who love my business and share it with their friends?” “How do I generate interest for my business and persuade people to take action?” Then, get excited – storytelling is JUST...

About The Author

Mike Fishbein

Latest Posts

How to Find Freelance Writing Work (2023 Guide)

How to Find Freelance Writing Work (2023 Guide)

by | ,

Freelance writing is a great way to earn some extra money on the side. But as you may discover once you get a foothold in the industry, it’s more than possible to turn it into a full-time job and lifelong career. There are some hurdles that you have to overcome,...

31 Ways to Find Inspiration for Your Writing

31 Ways to Find Inspiration for Your Writing

by |

You can’t wait for inspiration. You have to go after it with a club. - Jack London No matter how much you love writing, there will always be days when you need inspiration from one muse or another. In fact, I would argue that inspiration is not just a desirable...

>