[1:46]: As business owners, there are many things competing for your attention and time.

[2:14]: If you get to the end of the day feeling flat out but are still not delivering on your commitments, you need to structure your ‘yes’ and ‘no’.

[3:32]: Phase 1: Get crystal clear on what’s important. Understand your top 3 priorities in life and business.

[5:07]: If you’re constantly casting aside your priorities, there is something out of balance and needs correction.

[5:20]: 2nd step, know your goals.

[6:19]: The process I use for goal setting: Go forward into the vision, work out the annual goal, and then work out the quarterly goal.

[7:01]: Example of knowing what you want to achieve personally.

[8:07]: Your priorities are the themes in your life and your goals are the exact things you’re working on.

[8:17]: 3rd step, block out time based on your goals and priorities.

[10:36]: Time is similar to money, we’ll spend whatever we’ve got.

[10:50]: Story example of this philosophy (see link below).

[11:09]: Phase 2: Practicalities of making aligned choices. Ask yourself, does this task align with my goals and priorities? Every ‘yes’ comes at a cost.

[12:24]: 2nd step, let go of what no longer serves you.

[13:44]: 3rd step, consider what is the impact of saying ‘yes’.

[15:37]: Phase 3: The art of saying ‘no’. What is the way that feels comfortable for you?

[18:10]: You don’t have to put other people’s priorities above your own.

[19:43]: Busy doesn’t necessarily mean better.