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Y Combinator Cast

10/07/23

@ Y Combinator

The most important model for time management is deciding what not to do, as there is an infinite supply of distractions that can occupy your time.

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Startup Experts Reveal Their Top Productivity Advice

@ Y Combinator

Startup Experts Reveal Their Top Productivity Advice

10/07/23

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Chris Williamson Cast

04/01/25

@ Chris Williamson

To scale effectively, you must be able to ignore distractions and interruptions. Every interruption pulls you out of your flow, so it's crucial to manage your time wisely.

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Steven Kotler

06/20/25

@ Big Think

Distraction is a major flow blocker; managing distractions ahead of time is essential for maintaining concentration during work sessions.

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Chris Williamson Cast

04/01/25

@ Chris Williamson

The most valuable resource in life is not time, but attention; how you choose to focus your attention determines the quality of your life.

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Seth Godin

10/30/24

@ Chase Jarvis

Time is not free; every decision we make has an opportunity cost. We need to be mindful of how we spend our time and ensure it aligns with our strategic goals.

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Jessica Livingston

05/04/17

@ Y Combinator

Focus is essential; it's easy to waste time on the wrong things in a startup, so prioritize the one optimal task over the many less important ones.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

04/01/22

@ Y Combinator

To be productive, founders need to clear out distractions and protect their time aggressively, as the world will otherwise steal their energy.

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Keith Rabois

04/20/17

@ Y Combinator

To effectively manage your time as a new manager, conduct a calendar audit to track how much time you spend on various tasks, including management, and optimize your focus accordingly.

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David Goggins

01/01/19

@ Rich Roll

Taking an inventory of how you spend your time can reveal how much time is wasted on unproductive activities, often without your awareness.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

10/07/23

@ Y Combinator

The most productive founders do not focus on productivity tools but are willing to make hard decisions about how they spend their time.