John Zeratsky was a designer in the tech industry and became obsessed with the idea of re-designing time. He’s also the author of multiple books and his work has been published in The Wall Street Journal, Time, Harvard Business Review, Wired, Fast Company, and many others. 

In this episode, Eric and John discuss his book, Make Time: How to Focus on What Matters Every Day 

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John Zeratsky and I Discuss How to Make Time for What Matters and…
His book, Make Time: How to Focus on What Matters Every Day
Understanding the limits of will-power
Setting up our environment so it’s easier to make the right decisions
The two powerful forces that compete every day for our time
“The Busy Bandwagon” and the feeling you’re not in control of our time
“The Infinity Pools” of neverending options of distractions 
Questioning the “defaults” in our lives and finding ways to change our behavior
Creating a highlight for everyday
Structuring your day around your “highlight” 
Finding more meaningful moments
Taking back control of your time and energy
Creating barriers to distraction
The fundamentals of managing your energy
The importance of focusing on the process, not the outcome
Becoming aware of how our interaction with technology makes us feel

John Zeratsky Links:

John’s Website

Twitter

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John Zeratsky was a designer in the tech industry and became obsessed with the idea of re-designing time. He’s also the author of multiple books and his work has been published in The Wall Street Journal, Time, Harvard Business Review, Wired, Fast Company, and many others.&nbsp;In this episode, Eric and John discuss his book,&nbsp;<a href="https://bookshop.org/a/16850/9780525572428" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Make Time:&nbsp;How to Focus on What Matters Every Day</a>&nbsp;If you'd like to make 2022 a better year for you, bring clarity to what matters most, and discover the tools to help you become the person you really want to be, Eric can help you! To book a FREE, no-pressure 30-minute Discovery call to see if working with Eric is right for you,<a href="http://www.oneyoufeed.net/coaching" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">&nbsp;click here</a>.But wait – there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed.&nbsp;<a href="https://oneyoufeed.net/support" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month.&nbsp;</a>It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you!John Zeratsky and I Discuss How to Make Time for What Matters and…<ul><li>His book,&nbsp;<a href="https://bookshop.org/a/16850/9780525572428" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Make Time: How to Focus on What Matters Every Day</a></li><li>Understanding the limits of will-power</li><li>Setting up our environment so it’s easier to make the right decisions</li><li>The two powerful forces that compete every day for our time</li><li>“The Busy Bandwagon” and the feeling you’re not in control of our time</li><li>“The Infinity Pools” of neverending&nbsp;options of distractions&nbsp;</li><li>Questioning the “defaults” in our lives and finding ways to change our behavior</li><li>Creating a highlight for everyday</li><li>Structuring your day around your “highlight”&nbsp;</li><li>Finding more meaningful moments</li><li>Taking back control of your time and energy</li><li>Creating barriers to distraction</li><li>The fundamentals of managing your energy</li><li>The importance of focusing on the process, not the outcome</li><li>Becoming aware of how our interaction with technology makes us feel</li></ul>John Zeratsky Links:<a href="https://johnzeratsky.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">John’s Website</a><a href="https://twitter.com/jazer" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a>If you enjoyed this conversation with John Zeratsky, you might also enjoy these other episodes:<a href="https://www.oneyoufeed.net/time-management-for-mortals/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Time Management for Mortals with Oliver Burkeman</a><a href="https://www.oneyoufeed.net/procrastinator/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Being a Procrastinator with Tim Pychyl</a>

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Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. Every episode is a valuable resource that offers inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. Every episode is a valuable resource that offers inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

John Zeratsky on How to Make Time for What Matters

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