Ep. 172 – 4 Essential Time Blocking Strategies to Win at Work and at Home

What if the same skills that made you successful in business could help rebuild the relationships that success may have cost you? Dr. James Bryant dives deep into the critical intersection of professional success and personal relationships. Through compelling stories of successful business owners facing the consequences of prioritizing work over family, he explores how strategic time blocking can be transformed from a business tool into a bridge for rebuilding meaningful connections. This episode, part of the "Finish Strong" mini-series, offers practical insights on using intentional time management to create space for what truly matters while maintaining professional excellence. [00:00 - 02:38] The Wake-Up Call: When Success Comes at a Cost The painful reality of achievement without connection How business success can lead to family disconnection The possibility of engineering your way back to meaningful relationships [02:39 - 03:47] Translating Priorities into Action Understanding the impact-effort matrix in real-world application Converting priorities into structured time blocks Aligning peak energy periods with high-impact work [03:47 - 09:13] Engineering Connection: A Blueprint for Change Creating intentional relationship-focused time blocks Building trust through consistency Designing a schedule that reflects personal values [09:14 - 11:20] Four Steps to Relationship-Focused Time Blocking Begin with one dedicated relationship block per week Communicate changes and maintain block consistency Build margin into your schedule for spontaneous moments Key Quotes: "Time blocking isn't about creating an inflexible schedule that turns you into a robot. It's about intentionally designing your days." - Dr. James Bryant "Your calendar doesn't just tell you where to be. It tells you who you are becoming." - Dr. James Bryant "Every time block you create for a relationship is a step towards healing and connection." - Dr. James Bryant Join The Finish Strong Team:  https://www.engineeryoursuccessnow.com/finishstrong/ Engineer's Blueprint for success: https://www.engineeryoursuccessnow.com/engineers-blueprint/ Let's connect! Find me on my LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram. I'd love to hear from you. Sign Up for the Email List: https://bit.ly/3QFzcWW  You have the strength of a hero within you. Check out my website, www.engineeryoursuccessnow.com, and learn how to unlock your potential and achieve success both in business and in life.    

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