In part 1 of this conversation on the Time Billionaires podcast, Rebecca talks with Dr. John La Puma, a physician, professionally trained chef, two-time New York Times bestselling author, and TED speaker. He is a pioneer in culinary medicine and has taught at Harvard University, helping thousands use food, nature, and simple lifestyle changes to improve their health, focus, and overall well-being.

In this episode, Rebecca and John break down how small micromoments outdoors and simple indoor environmental changes can restore focus, reduce overwhelm, and improve daily productivity. Something as simple as opening a window in can measurably improve creativity and focus.

John explains why burnout is often driven by your environment, not personal failure, and how constant screen exposure contributes to what he calls “ulta-processed time.” He also shares how daylight, time in nature, and reducing screen overload can improve sleep, increase energy, and support long-term wellbeing.

If you’ve been struggling with screen fatigue, lack of focus, or feeling overwhelmed during the day, this episode gives you clear, science-backed ways to improve your focus, productivity, and overall well-being starting today.

What You’ll Learn:

• How a 5-minute horizon reset can reduce eye strain and improve focus
• Why morning daylight improves energy, focus, and sleep quality
• How indoor air and CO₂ levels impact productivity and cognitive performance
• What “digital burnout” is and how to reduce screen-related overwhelm
• How 17 minutes in nature improves mood, focus, and overall well-being
• How evening light exposure affects melatonin and sleep quality

Timestamps:

1. Culinary Medicine and Focus: Why Environment Matters – 0:00
2. How to Reduce Eye Strain and Reset Focus – 1:45
3. Morning Routine for Better Energy and Productivity – 4:20
4. Digital Burnout and Screen Overload Explained – 7:00
5. How Nature Improves Focus and Wellbeing – 10:45

Connect with John

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnlapuma/

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Chapters

• (00:00:00) - Time Billionaires
• (00:01:48) - Step outside for 15 minutes a day
• (00:10:37) - How to Reset Your Brain with Nature

In this episode of Time Billionaires, host Rebecca Shaddix speaks with Julia Farina, Director of Product Marketing at Calendly, about how she recovered from burnout in under a year by redesigning how she manages notifications, focus time, and energy recovery.

Julia and Rebecca break down the neuroscience of reactive vs. focused thinking, and share actionable strategies for deep work, digital boundaries, and micromoment recovery that busy executives and entrepreneurs can implement today.

What You'll Learn:

• How to turn off Slack notifications and batch messages to protect deep work blocks and prevent burnout
• Why timed focus sprints outperform open-ended work sessions for creativity and cognitive performance
• How one-minute micro-recovery exercises between meetings reduce overwhelm and restore mental clarity
• The boundary-setting language that signals priorities, builds confidence, and protects creative energy
• How to structure your calendar around energy levels — separating creative work from admin tasks for peak productivity

Timestamps:

1. Turn off Slack notifications to protect deep work blocks – 02:46
2. Reactive multitasking vs. batch-processing messages for focus and efficiency – 08:45
3. Scheduling creative work vs. admin tasks by energy level – 11:20
4. Building confidence with autonomy-based boundary language – 13:30
5. One-minute micro-recovery snacks to reset between meetings – 19:12

Connect with Julia

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliafarina1/

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Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How to Stop Burnishing Your Time
• (00:01:05) - Micro- Moments Count
• (00:04:27) - How to Manage Your Notifications
• (00:14:07) - I Have Confidence In Your Ability to Figure This Out
• (00:16:50) - What's something to Do With Just 2 Minutes?
• (00:23:00) - How to Rest Your Mind
• (00:23:42) - Getting Started with a New Habit
• (00:25:23) - A micro-moment of reclaiming your time

In this episode of Time Billionaires, Rebecca sits down with Julia Farina, Director of Product Marketing at Calendly, to deconstruct the frameworks that turn "nebulous" projects into manageable wins. Whether you are leading a team at a tech giant or managing your own creative workload, Julia shares how to stop the "perfectionism spiral" and start building time wealth through smarter execution.

Rebecca and Julia explore how timed “hashtag bad version” (#badversion) drafts can help you quickly generate ideas without getting stuck in perfectionism. They dive into why adopting a researcher-oriented mindset, where you ask questions first instead of trying to have all the answers, leads to smarter insights and stronger team alignment. 

They also discuss how focusing on micromoments of work, rather than long marathon sessions, prevents burnout and speeds up feedback loops. Julia highlights the importance of conducting a listening tour to gather input from diverse stakeholders and customers, and explains how defining acceptable misses instead of aiming for flawless outcomes creates clarity, helping teams prioritize effectively and make faster decisions.

What You'll Learn:

• Why creating a “hashtag bad version” (#badversion) unlocks creativity and avoids analysis paralysis
• How short, focused sprints move projects forward faster than marathon sessions
• Why asking questions first improves insight and team alignment
• How gathering stakeholder and customer feedback builds confidence and alignment
• Why defining realistic standards helps prioritize work and make faster decisions

Timestamps

1. Mindset shifts for tackling “nebulous projects” – 02:30
2. Conducting a listening tour to gather stakeholder and customer insights – 05:15
3. Embracing the “#badversion” draft to overcome perfectionism – 09:45
4. Defining an “acceptable miss” to stay focused on impact vs. minutiae – 12:10
5. Iterating with feedback and user testing for continuous improvement – 15:20

Connect with Julia
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliafarina1/

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Chapters

• (00:00:00) - Time Billionaires
• (00:01:53) - How to Manage Big, Unclear Projects
• (00:12:00) - How to Write a Bad First Draft

In this episode of the Time Billionaires podcast, Dr. Amy Loden Tiffany reveals a shocking truth: lack of movement throughout the day impacts life expectancy more than smoking. As a physician, entrepreneur, and TEDx speaker, Amy shares how high performers can reclaim their time, health, and energy without adding hours to their day.

Rebecca and Amy explore why most people don't have a time management problem, they have a priority management problem. From the one-hour weekly calendar audit that changes everything to why micromanagement steals from your future, this conversation is packed with evidence-based strategies for sustainable success. Plus, Amy shares why common early health complications are an untapped predictor of future health, and what everyone should ask their parents about their year days.

What You'll Learn:

• Why lack of movement is more harmful than smoking (and how five minutes of air squats can make a meaningful impact)
• The difference between time management and priority management, and why most people are solving the wrong problem
• How a one-hour weekly calendar audit helps you align your time with your actual values
• Why every time you say "I'll just do it myself," you're stealing from your future time bank account
• The threshold between high standards and micromanagement (and how to know which side you're on)
• How to reframe "I have to" into "I get to" for more empowering choices about your time

If you want to stop stealing from your future by doing tasks others could handle, turn fragmented minutes into meaningful movement and health gains, and align your daily decisions with your actual priorities instead of just reacting to urgency, this episode gives you the medical evidence and frameworks to reclaim control.

Timestamps:

01:38 - The one-hour calendar audit that changes everything
03:00 - Priority management vs. time management
04:15 - When delegating feels harder than doing it yourself
06:09 - Trust the people you hired to do their jobs
08:00 - How pregnancy complications reveal future health trajectories
11:30 - The compounding impacts of early health exposures
12:40 - The shocking truth: Sitting is worse than smoking
15:22 - You can make more money, but you can't make more time
16:30 - "I get to" vs. "I have to", the power of reframing
17:35 - Defining success for yourself on complex projects

Get in Touch with Amy!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-loden/
Website: https://vitalitymwc.org/

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Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How to Make More Money by Working Less
• (00:00:50) - How to Prioritize Your Time
• (00:06:14) - Pregnancy and its health complications
• (00:09:25) - Oversharing vs. Undersharing
• (00:12:38) - Healthy for You: Movement

We explore three words that don’t translate neatly into English: the Icelandic word tíma, the Japanese word boketto, and the (South American) Spanish word vacilando. Understanding these words helps us understand how language shapes the way we experience time, focus, and daily decisions. By naming these experiences, Rebecca explains how we can shift from reactive busyness to more intentional, satisfying use of our time.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck in constant productivity mode, or unsure where your time is going, this episode breaks down practical ways to rethink your schedule using small, intentional micromoments.

Rebecca covers:

• Why saying “I don’t have time” is often a hidden prioritization decision
• How boketto (intentional pause and mind-wandering) can improve focus and creativity
• What vacilando teaches about slowing down and enjoying the process, not just outcomes
• How small micromoments can reduce overwhelm and improve daily satisfaction
• A simple way to evaluate tasks and reduce unnecessary commitments
• Why feeling “time-rich” is more about perception than actual hours

If you want to feel more in control of your time, reduce stress, and bring more clarity into your day, this episode offers practical, realistic ways to start.

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Chapters

• (00:00:01) - Time Is the Only Wealth
• (00:00:47) - Words That Don't Translate Into English
• (00:05:35) - Three Micro Moments for Reclaiming Time
• (00:06:28) - Micro-moments in which you stop thinking about the outcome

In Part 2 of this conversation on the Time Billionaires podcast, Ashley Faus tackles the delicate balance between authenticity and professionalism, revealing her filtering framework for what goes public versus what stays private.

Rebecca and Ashley explore why "the internet is forever" matters for VP-level careers, how COVID accelerated the shift toward showing up as whole humans online, and why saying "everybody gets this wrong" immediately puts people on the defensive. Plus, Ashley shares her controversial advice: just start, with two simple prompts that make posting less scary.

What You'll Learn:

• The "internet is forever" litmus test: Will this post age well if a hiring manager sees it in 5-10 years?
• How to decide if you're sharing genuine humanity versus reaching for cringe analogies ("here's what my engagement taught me about B2B sales")
• The red flags that make you sound like "the only authority" instead of inviting dialogue (hint: "everybody gets this wrong")
• Why having competitors or similar ideas is actually a good sign, not a threat
• Two simple prompts to overcome the fear of starting: "A question I asked today" and "a question I answered today"

If you want to show up authentically on LinkedIn without oversharing, navigate the line between personal and professional in a post-COVID world, and overcome the paralysis of "what if it's cringe," this episode gives you the filtering framework and tactical prompts to just start sharing.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Opening: The internet is forever, how will this age?

02:54 - The hiring manager test: Would this be a red flag?

05:48 - COVID's acceleration of showing up as whole humans

09:15 - Blending personal hobbies with professional content

11:00 - The four pillars of thought leadership framework

12:30 - Why "everybody gets this wrong" puts people on the defensive

14:45 - Competitors aren't threats; similar ideas validate the market

17:00 - Why you're not that special (and that's empowering)

18:30 - Collaborating with "competitors" strengthens everyone

22:45 - Everything you consume shapes how you think

23:30 - The salt gratitude example and compounding connections

24:00 - Just start: "A question I asked" and "a question I answered today"

Get in Touch with Ashley!

Website: https://ashleyfaus.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyfaus/

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In Part 1 of this conversation on the Time Billionaires podcast, Ashley Faus, Head of Lifecycle Marketing at Atlassian and author of Human Centered Marketing, reveals how she builds her professional presence while literally at the gym, in 5-10 minute micromoments throughout her day.

Rebecca and Ashley explore the expansive definition of content (it's not just 20-page ebooks), why commenting is the lowest barrier to entry for building relationships, and how to curate your LinkedIn feed intentionally by following people 1-2 steps ahead of you instead of chasing influencers who are 50 steps ahead. Plus, Ashley shares why you should never show up on LinkedIn the way you'd never show up in real life, by immediately trying to sell something.

What You'll Learn:

• Why content isn't just long-form assets, it's the Slack messages, emails, and comments you already create daily
• How to shift from creating assets that drive clicks to creating connections that drive outcomes with real humans
• Why context matters more than novelty, and how sharing your specific situation helps others filter advice through their own lens
• How the LinkedIn algorithm rewards engagement and why your feed quality is entirely within your control
• Why commenting without selling builds relationships faster than any pitch ever could

If you want to build genuine professional connections on LinkedIn without dedicating hours to content creation, curate a feed that actually serves your goals, and leverage micromoments throughout your day to engage authentically, this episode gives you the tactical framework to start commenting and connecting today.

Timestamps:

01:37 - Redefining content: It's not just 20-page ebooks

03:00 - Driving outcomes with humans, not creating assets for clicks

04:15 - The relatability factor: You're not that special (and that's good)

05:30 - Why everything's been said, but not by you, in your way

06:45 - The importance of context in making advice actionable

10:15 - Learning from adjacent fields and adapting insights to your context

11:30 - How lack of context creates unnecessary controversy

12:45 - How to curate your LinkedIn feed intentionally

14:45 - How the LinkedIn algorithm rewards your engagement patterns

Get in Touch with Ashley!

Website: https://ashleyfaus.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyfaus/

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In Part 2 of this conversation, workplace strategist Erica Keswin reveals how small, repeated moments make connection not just possible, but effortless. From Friday dinner parties with the same menu (less stress, better flow) to opening your blinds as a morning transition ritual, Rebecca and Erica explore how simple rituals remove the friction from showing up for the people and moments that matter. 

This conversation is for anyone who feels too busy, too disconnected, or too overwhelmed to prioritize connection. Erica shares practical examples of personal rituals that make gathering easier, transitions smoother, and everyday moments more meaningful, whether that's "scruffy hospitality" that welcomes friends without perfection, or small talk that actually builds belonging. Plus, how these same principles create connections at work without requiring a leadership title.

What You'll Learn:

• Why beginnings and endings are prime opportunities for ritual creation
• The difference between rigid rituals and flexible personal rituals (intention matters more than precision)
• Why opening blinds, taking out trash, and making the same dinner every Friday can all qualify as powerful rituals
• How companies like McKinsey use rituals to create lifelong alumni connections and competitive advantage

If you want to create team rituals that stick without needing formal authority, reduce loneliness and disconnection in hybrid work, and build connection through simple repeated moments that people actually look forward to, this episode gives you the frameworks and real-world examples to start experimenting today.

Timestamps:

01:01 - How to start rituals without a formal leadership title

03:15 - Diagnostic questions: When do you feel most connected?

04:30 - Beginnings and endings as prime ritual real estate

07:00 - The ROI of small talk

09:30 - Transitions as built-in reflection opportunities

10:15 - Opening the blinds: Unconscious rituals becoming intentional

15:00 - Alumni rituals: Staying connected after transitions

16:59 - McKinsey's "you're already an alum" approach on day one

18:30 - How rituals create competitive advantage  

19:45 - Friday dinner parties: Same menu, less stress, better flow

21:30 - Scruffy hospitality and flexible timing for new parents

22:15 - How rituals feel like magical: The shift in the room

Connect with Erica 

Erica’s Website: https://ericakeswin.com/

Erica’s Books: https://ericakeswin.com/books/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericakeswin/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericakeswin/

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Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How to Become a Billionaire in Your Life
• (00:00:47) - Micro-Millions: Setting Up Rituals
• (00:07:31) - What's a Habit You Can Reclaim?
• (00:08:48) - When Do You Feel Most Connected to Your Company?
• (00:10:41) - When do you feel most alive?
• (00:12:10) - Endings and Beginnings in Life
• (00:14:40) - Off-Boarding Rituals
• (00:21:21) - When does your child feel most like you?
• (00:21:49) - Reclaiming Your Time: The Rituals

3x Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author and workplace strategist Erica Keswin shares how simple, intentional rituals—built into the things we already do every day—can create more connection and mindfulness in our daily lives, and also strengthen workplace culture, psychological safety, and performance.

Rebecca and Erica explore the impact of and true definition of a ritual, why teams feel disconnected in hybrid work environments, and how even small touchpoints like a morning coffee, weekly family Taco Tuesday night, or consistent cadence of hosting friends for dinner can become powerful rituals when approached mindfully. 

What You'll Learn:

• The three-part definition that transforms any routine into a meaningful ritual (and why going beyond practical purpose is the key most people miss)
• How to identify rituals you're already doing and elevate them by simply naming them
• The "Three P's" equation that delivers measurable ROI: psychological safety + purpose = performance
• Why the absence of intentionality breeds resentment in hybrid workplaces, and how to create moments that make the commute worth it
• The physiological response rituals trigger in your body (oxytocin up, cortisol down) and why connection is more than just a feel-good concept

If you want to turn mindless routines into meaningful rituals that reduce stress, build genuine connection, and boost team performance without adding hours to your calendar, this episode offers the science-backed framework and simple starting points to create rituals that actually stick.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Opening: Why disconnection is the modern workplace crisis

01:30 - Defining rituals: The three essential components

03:00 - Case study: Transforming morning coffee from routine to ritual

04:20 - The diagnostic question for discovering your natural rituals

05:45 - Claiming what you're already doing as a ritual

06:30 - Team meeting examples: When gratitude works (and when it doesn't)

07:15 - LinkedIn's dance party: Why forcing rituals backfires

08:00 - The Three P's formula and the science of connection

09:15 - Pandemic losses: The commute ritual we didn't know we needed

10:00 - A lack of intentionality is a recipe for resentment  

10:25 - Creating moments that strengthen performance and engagement 

Connect with Erica

Erica’s Website: https://ericakeswin.com/
Erica’s Books: https://ericakeswin.com/books/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericakeswin/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericakeswin/

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Chapters

• (00:00:00) - Time Billionaires: How to Live Your Life
• (00:01:21) - Rituals for Kids
• (00:07:56) - Rituals for the Company

In Part 2 of this conversation on the Time Billionaires podcast, performance psychologist Sandy Cohan flips the script on how we think about focus, anxiety, and momentum. Instead of fighting negative thoughts (which only makes them stronger), Sandy reveals why your brain needs "to-dos" not "don't-dos."

Rebecca and Sandy explore the power of refilling your glass instead of debating if it's half full or empty, why asking "what if it all works out?" changes everything, and how measuring gains instead of gaps can shift your entire perspective in under five minutes.

What You'll Learn:

- Why focus is about locking in, not blocking out

- How "don't-dos" sabotage your performance (and what to do instead)

- The refillable glass mindset: Moving beyond half full or half empty

- Why your brain can't process negative commands (the tree branch effect)

- The "what if it all works out?" game to counter anxiety

- How to measure gains, not gaps, when you're feeling stuck

- The "now what?" reframe for building momentum in challenging moments

- A 5-minute practice to acknowledge wins and build confidence

If you want to break free from spiraling negative thoughts, build unshakeable focus, and turn anxiety into momentum by training your brain to lock into what you want instead of what you fear, this episode gives you the mental reframes and micro-practices to shift your mindset immediately.

Timestamps:

01:19 - What's the smallest action to create momentum when you feel stuck?

02:15 - The refillable glass: A third perspective on optimism

04:20 - The tree branch effect: Why "don't-dos" backfire

06:15 - Why telling yourself "don't be nervous" makes you more nervous

07:10 - The "what if it all works out?" game

07:45 - Why we don't play the positive what-if game

08:34 - The mountain hike perspective: Looking down vs looking up

09:11 - Dan Sullivan's Gap and the Gain concept

10:03 - How much time do we spend acknowledging wins?

11:45 - The "now what?" reframe for any situation

Connect with Sandy!

Sandy’s Website: https://sandycohan.com/

Sandy’s Books: https://sandycohan.com/books/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandy-cohan-138a54193/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandycohanofficial/

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Together, they unpack how to overcome anxiety in high-stakes moments and why real confidence is the result of your belief systems and thought processes, not a goal in and of itself that we can arrive at. Sandy explains that confidence is the visible result, but belief, memory, and past evidence make confidence sustainable. If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, performance anxiety, or imposter syndrome, this conversation offers practical tools you can use immediately.

Rebecca and Sandy explore:

• The different thought processes between trying to convince yourself you can succeed vs. reinforcing belief through past wins.
• How defining success with clarity and specificity reduces anxiety
• Why vagueness feeds anxiety, and specifically, labeling your fears makes them more manageable. 
• How the same lessons elite athletes use to stay calm under pressure can be used by anyone in any stressful or high-stakes situation.
• Easy ways to build momentum in under 5 minutes.

If you want to build confidence, manage anxiety, and perform at your best, this episode gives you actionable strategies rooted in performance psychology.

Timestamps

• Confidence vs. Belief (How to get there) – 03:15 
• Defining Success with Specific Targets – 08:45 

Connect with Sandy: 

Sandy’s Website: https://sandycohan.com/

Sandy’s Books: https://sandycohan.com/books/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandy-cohan-138a54193/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandycohanofficial/

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Carlotta reveals why the most successful people she coaches have one thing in common: a crystal-clear vision that allows them to say "no" frequently. She shares a simple color-coding exercise that reveals where your time really goes, why doing nothing can be your most productive activity, and how to avoid losing yourself by saying yes to too many opportunities.

What You'll Learn:

• Why successful people still feel like something is missing
• The power of having a clear vision to set non-negotiables
• How saying "no" becomes an act of power, not limitation
• A simple color-coding exercise to audit where your time actually goes
• Why doing nothing in 5-minute gaps makes you more creative and productive
• The 20-20-20 rule for preventing eyestrain and cognitive overload
• Habit stacking for parents: How to make family time fulfilling for you too
• Why fixing your eyes on one point calms your brain and lowers cortisol

If you want to: set powerful boundaries, reclaim fragmented time, and thrive in both your career and personal life without burning out, this episode gives you practical exercises to protect your energy and make every moment count.

Timestamps:

02:00 - The messy middle: When success doesn't feel like enough

02:58 - Why clear vision enables powerful boundaries

04:30 - Color-coding exercise: Audit your week by priority

06:45 - Making time for everything: Work, family, self-care, and social life

08:09 - What to do with 5 minutes between tasks

12:45 - How doing nothing is actually highly productive work

13:31 - Habit stacking for parents: Making family time fulfilling for everyone

Get in Touch with Carlotta!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlottanegridisanfront/

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Chapters

• (00:00:00) - Time to Billionaire
• (00:01:52) - Getting Out of the Messy Middle of Your Career
• (00:08:24) - What's Your Favorite Thing to Do With Your Time?
• (00:13:16) - How to Balance Your Time With Your Child
• (00:15:37) - Reclaiming Your Time

In Part 1 of this two-part conversation of the Time Billionaires podcast, career coach and former Chief Product Officer Carlotta Negri Di Sanfront shares why ambitious professionals need to unlearn conventional definitions of success and replace them with values-aligned goals. 

Rebecca and Carlotta explore the gap between what we say we value and how we actually spend our time, the chemical wiring behind risk-taking and bold career moves, and why being satisfied with "good enough" might be the most underrated skill in modern leadership.

What You'll Learn:

• Why job titles and team size don't determine real success
• A simple exercise to check if your time aligns with your values
• How to make bold career decisions without fearing irreversible consequences
• The difference between dopaminergic and "here and now" brain wiring (and what it means for your career choices)
• Why some people thrive on ambiguity while others prefer stability
• How to know when it's time to take a leap of faith versus staying put

If you want to define success on your own terms, align your daily choices with your core values, and make bold career decisions without fear of regret, this episode gives you a simple framework to audit your life and reclaim what matters most.

Timestamps:

02:15 - Why job titles and promotions don't equal success

03:45 - Simple exercise: Do your calendar and values align?

07:10 - Are career choices really irreversible?

08:31 - What "bold decisions" actually look like in practice

09:15 - Leaving corporate security for flexibility and purpose

11:43 - When to take risks versus when to be satisfied with 80%

12:50 - The dopamine-driven brain: Why some people are wired for risk

Get in Touch with Carlotta!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlottanegridisanfront/

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Chapters

• (00:00:16) - Time Billionaires: Carlota Nyngri
• (00:00:59) - What to Unlearn About Success
• (00:02:42) - Ideas for a Shift
• (00:07:32) - Bradley on Making Bold Choices

From the moment he adopted the stoic principle “control the controllables” to the daily commitment to keep moving forward one decision at a time, Dan’s story offers a grounded, honest look at resilience after injury. Rebecca and Dan unpack the practical mental tools that helped him rebuild his life after a brain hemorrhage—and how these same strategies can help anyone navigating recovery, burnout, or major life disruption.

Together, they explore the psychological cost of rumination and regret, how to distinguish between controllable vs. uncontrollable stressors, and share a simple five-minute exercise for reducing anxiety, restoring focus, and conserving mental bandwidth.

Whether you’re recovering from a serious injury, facing an unexpected setback, or simply looking for practical tools to improve focus and productivity, Dan’s journey offers a powerful blueprint for progress over perfection, emotional resilience, and learning when to let go of what you can’t change.

Timestamps

• Dan’s Brain Hemorrhage & Recovery Story – 00:00
• Embracing Stoicism: “Control the Controllables” – 01:20
• One Decision a Day: Rebuilding After Brain Injury – 03:45
• Overcoming Rumination and Regret – 06:00
• Five-Minute Exercise: Controllables vs. Uncontrollables – 08:15

Connect with Dan

Website: https://www.macqueendan.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/macqueendan/

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Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How to Become a Billionaire in Your Life
• (00:00:41) - Brain Injuries: How to Live Your Life
• (00:02:17) - Decisions Made Along The Way to Recovery
• (00:04:30) - How to Reclaim Your Time

Jake, a former licensed structural engineer, husband, father of four, and executive coach, shares how he helps mid-career professionals overcome burnout, break free from society’s default definition of success, and design a life aligned with their values rather than a “full calendar that leads to an empty life.”

Together, Rebecca and Jake unpack:

• Why deep work habits matter more than working longer hours
• How setting clear boundaries between work and personal time improves focus and satisfaction
• The Pomodoro Technique (25 minutes of focused work followed by a 5-minute break) and why it works
• Research shows that breaks are most restorative when they’re different from your main task, including simple resets like standing up, stepping outside, or getting sunlight
  Jake also shares a memorable story involving NBA champion Dwyane Wade to illustrate what it looks like to take proactive ownership of your role—on a team, in your career, and in your life.

Toward the end of the conversation, Jake explains why so many high-achieving professionals feel unfulfilled: they’re chasing someone else’s version of success. Drawing on the idea that “no one ever steps in the same river twice,” he walks through the importance of redefining success, realigning daily routines, and reconnecting with the people and work that matter most as life evolves.

Jake closes by revealing the surprising numbers behind his own journey, 25 homes, 14 cities, and 22 jobs, as a reminder that intentional choices around time, focus, and purpose are the real currency of long-term fulfillment.

Timestamps

1. Setting boundaries and managing your calendar (“full calendar, empty life”) - 00:58 
2. Using the Pomodoro technique and micro-breaks for deep focus - 05:07 
3. Defining your own success instead of chasing others’ metrics - 08:08 
4. Opting into an intentional life versus the unwitting status quo - 11:09 
5. The REDAC framework (Redefine, Realign, Reconnect) and why engagement & relationships matter - 14:43

Connect with Jake Kennington!

Website:https://activelyhuman.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakekennington/

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Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How to Make More Money in a Short Time
• (00:00:57) - Time Billionaires: Jake Kennington
• (00:01:58) - Setting Boundaries for Your Calendar
• (00:09:03) - Why So Many People Are Unful
• (00:14:47) - Reclaiming Your Time

In Part 2 of this conversation on Time Billionaires, Rebecca Shaddix and Groundlings improv alum Holly Mandel explore how real confidence is built not through more preparation, perfection, or credentials, but through learning how to take up space before you feel ready.

Using principles drawn from improv (but not acting for the sake of performance), this episode breaks down why overthinking is often a stress response, how fear of “getting it wrong” quietly erodes confidence at work, and why waiting to feel confident first almost never works. Instead, Rebecca and Holly unpack how confidence grows through action, presence, and small moments of courage that compound over time.

You’ll hear practical, relatable ideas anyone can apply, whether you’re leading a team, contributing in meetings, navigating feedback conversations, or simply trying to trust yourself more in high-pressure moments:

• Why confidence isn’t a personality trait, it’s a practiced response
• How “taking up space” changes how others perceive your authority
• Why low-stakes discomfort builds resilience faster than over-preparing
• How small mindset shifts can reduce overthinking and improve communication at work

This episode reframes confidence as something you practice, not something you wait for, and shows how everyday micromoments can quietly rewire how you show up, speak up, and lead.

This episode is especially relevant for anyone interested in confidence at work, leadership development, communication skills, and overcoming overthinking.

Timestamps

1. Elasticity of Comfort Zones & Practicing Discomfort – 00:00:00 
2. Brain Science of Stress, Creativity, and Collaboration – 00:02:04 
3. The “Five Whys” Technique to Unpack and Overcome Fear – 00:07:30 
4. Five-Minute Improv Practices for Creativity – 00:10:17 
5. Confidence Without a Script: Using Uncertainty as a Strength – 00:11:41

Connect with Holly 

Website: https://www.hollymandel.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-mandel/

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Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How to Live a More Productive Life
• (00:06:01) - In the Elevator With An Acting Class
• (00:11:36) - Own Your Accomplishments
• (00:16:33) - How to Give Yourself a Voice
• (00:21:15) - How to Keep Your New Year's Resolutions
• (00:21:52) - Rebecca Shattucks: Reclaim Your Time

Trained at Los Angeles’s Groundlings Theater, Holly explains why the core improv principle “Yes, And” isn’t about agreement, but about creating momentum and collaboration by acknowledging someone else’s version of reality. Together, Rebecca and Holly unpack how improvisers build trust, interrupt cycles overthinking, and easy ways to unlock creativity, confidence, and adaptability with easy improv warm-ups anyone can do in 5 minutes. 

This conversation goes beyond “being present.” You’ll learn how:

• Swapping “but” for “and” subtly rewires trust in meetings and feedback
• Taking up space before you feel ready builds confidence faster than preparation
• Low-stakes discomfort (like improv) strengthens decision-making under pressure
• Five-minute micromoment exercises inspired by improv can improve team collaboration and everyday communication skills

They also dive into the neuroscience behind improv, explaining how shifting out of a fight-or-flight brainwave can reduce stress, spark fresh insights, and rewire your default mindset toward openness and innovation. By the end of this conversation, you’ll understand why improvisers don’t fear not knowing the next step, because they realize they already have all the tools they need to use uncertainty to create something entirely new.  

Timestamps

1. Why Improv Builds Better Thinking, Communication, and Leadership–00:00  
2. Overthinking at Work: Breaking Rumination Spirals with Improv Principles–01:21 
3. “Yes, And” vs “Yes, But”: Communication Skills That Build Trust–03:11 
4. Taking Up Space: Confidence, Authority, and Creative Leadership–10:35 

Connect with Holly 

Website: https://www.hollymandel.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-mandel/

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Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How to Become a Billionaire in 30 Seconds
• (00:00:52) - Why Holly Mandel Is One of Time Billionaires
• (00:01:35) - In the Elevator With an Improviser
• (00:03:39) - The Importance of Improvisation for Business
• (00:05:12) - The Importance of Yes anders in Improvisation
• (00:11:43) - Do You Have to Do "It All"?
• (00:14:23) - Being Fully Present in the Moment
• (00:18:05) - Why Improvisation Is Important for Your Brain

Naomi clarifies the true definition of burnout - emotional exhaustion, cynicism about work, and reduced effectiveness - and explains the critical test: if rest from work doesn't help your symptoms, it's likely not burnout. The conversation explores how high-achieving professionals often misdiagnose themselves, missing underlying factors like hormonal changes, unprocessed trauma, or other mental health conditions that require different treatment approaches.

The episode also tackles the trap of overthinking decisions and how our brains try to "outthink" anxiety through endless pros-and-cons lists. Naomi shares the story of Rebecca's coaching breakthrough, where 50 minutes of analysis was solved by 15 seconds of intuitive knowing. She introduces practical grounding techniques, including the proper way to do the 5-4-3-2-1 sensory exercise and simple mindfulness practices that don't require meditation.

Timestamps:

• Recap and opening about emotional numbness vs. burnout – 0:00
• The true definition of burnout and the rest test – 2:29
• Understanding depersonalization in workplace context – 4:41
• The coaching story: analysis paralysis vs. intuitive knowing – 4:57
• Why our brains can't outthink anxiety – 6:45
• Breaking the worry and rumination cycles – 7:56
• The importance of self-awareness and body attunement – 8:44
• The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding exercise (done properly) – 9:59
• Mindfulness without meditation: washing hands mindfully – 12:32
• The "notice something new" approach to mindfulness – 13:49

Connect with Naomi: 

Bright Balance Psychotherapy: https://www.brightbalancetherapy.com/

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/naomimidanik

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Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How to Realize Your Time Billionaires
• (00:01:13) - What to Do About Burnout in the Workplace
• (00:09:03) - How to Break a Pattern of Anxiety

The conversation explores the reality many face: being stuck in a job they hate without the immediate option to quit. Naomi introduces the concept of radical acceptance from dialectical behavior therapy, explaining how to validate your negative feelings about work while simultaneously focusing energy on what you can actually control. She shares practical strategies for making the best of difficult situations, from reframing your commute to managing difficult boss relationships.

Timestamps:

• Opening question about hating your job but making the best of it – 0:00
• Introduction to Naomi and her background – 0:26
• Why people feel trapped in jobs they hate – 1:28
• What radical acceptance actually means and how to practice it – 2:39
• The "good" reframe vs. radical acceptance for different situations – 4:40
• Personal example: cancer diagnosis and appropriate responses – 5:32
• Toxic positivity vs. genuine acceptance in career situations – 7:42
• Understanding emotional numbness as an early burnout signal – 9:14
• Signs to watch for when going through the motions – 10:39

Connect with Naomi: 

Bright Balance Psychotherapy: https://www.brightbalancetherapy.com/

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/naomimidanik

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and the Time Billionaires Podcast on LinkedIn!

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Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How to Make a Living from Your Job
• (00:00:46) - What Radical Acceptance Can You Do For Your Job?
• (00:07:43) - How to Get Over a Hating Your Job
• (00:09:25) - The Signs That You're Starting to Burnout

After years studying how people interpret ideas, first in public policy, then in marketing, and eventually in her own family, Rebecca noticed a pattern: it’s often not what we’re saying that derails conversations, but the invisible opposite our words quietly introduce.

Whether you’re trying to advocate for something you care about, explain a decision at work, or stay connected with people who see the world differently, this episode offers an easy mental shift that can keep the people you’re interacting with engaged, curious, and willing to keep talking.

What you'll learn:

• Different brains naturally scan for different priorities (change vs. stability)
• How introducing the wrong frame can lose someone before the conversation starts
• The "Opposite Test": a simple way to strengthen your arguments before you make them
• Why repetition subtly legitimizes ideas, even wrong ones
• The connection between effective framing and building meaningful relationships

For more insights on turning small moments into your greatest asset, follow Rebecca and the Time Billionaires Podcast on LinkedIn!

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Chapters

• (00:00:01) - How to Become a Billionaire in 31 Years
• (00:00:34) - The Only Way to Win a Political Argument
• (00:06:39) - The Micro-moment Exercise

The conversation takes a turn as they discuss how most people misunderstand success, operating from what Oren calls the "coffee and trauma" model, constantly medicating themselves with stimulants while chasing achievements that they believe will finally make them feel complete. Instead, he advocates for redefining success as living authentically, contributing meaningfully, and connecting with others. 

Timestamps:

1. Understanding parasympathetic vs sympathetic nervous system states – 0:42
2. Contextual approaches to nervous system regulation – 2:30
3. The importance of experimenting with what works for you – 4:23
4. Why most careers are "fueled by coffee and trauma" – 6:33
5. Redefining success beyond achievement metrics – 7:47
6. Childhood conditioning and earning love patterns – 12:25
7. Moving beyond protective patterns without blame – 13:36
8. Final thoughts: The way you want to feel is on the other side of what you're not feeling – 14:40

If you'd like to connect with Oren, you can find Oren on LinkedIn and learn more about Feeling School here.

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and the Time Billionaires Podcast on LinkedIn!

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Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - An Exercise for Connecting to Parasympathetic
• (00:06:13) - What Most People Don't Understand About Success
• (00:14:35) - How to Feel the Way You Want to Feel

The conversation explores why we fight our natural energy fluctuations instead of working with them. Oren introduces his concept of the "human wave",  the natural cycles of energy that everyone experiences throughout the day, week, and seasons. He explains how fighting these cycles creates tension and shame spirals, while recognizing and supporting ourselves through them leads to better performance and well-being. Oren also shares practical somatic tools for resetting during busy workdays, including visual system resets, pattern interrupting techniques, and the importance of giving our nervous systems intentional breaks from the constant vigilance required in urban environments.

Timestamps:

1. Introduction to the "human wave" concept and energy cycles – 0:41
2. Why we shame ourselves for natural energy fluctuations – 1:45
3. Understanding that everyone operates in natural cycles – 3:35
4. The importance of intention when using grounding tools – 4:30
5. Pattern interrupting vs. forcing focus – 5:23
6. Creating somatic-friendly office cultures – 6:45
7. Simple tools for 3-minute breaks and visual system resets – 10:03
8. Deep belly breathing and parasympathetic activation – 13:45

If you'd like to connect with Oren, you can find Oren on LinkedIn and learn more about Feeling School here.

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and the Time Billionaires Podcast on LinkedIn!

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Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - Executive Coach Oren Shy on Life's Natural Cycles
• (00:04:05) - How to Get More Present in Your Life
• (00:05:19) - Practice of Slow Down
• (00:06:57) - How to Get Out of the Office
• (00:10:09) - What is the somatic practice?
• (00:10:48) - How to Lower Your Body's Stress Cycle

This framework helps him evaluate everything from daily priorities to major life decisions, ensuring his actions align with his desired outcomes. The conversation explores Michael's unconventional career path of spending only 2-4 years at each position, a strategy that was unusual before 2010 but has accelerated his growth through diverse experiences across different industries and teams.

He emphasizes that discomfort is the price of growth and encourages embracing uncomfortable decisions rather than avoiding them. Michael shares his personal framework for knowing when it's time to make a career change: when he stops sleeping well. He explains how physical and behavioral indicators can signal when you're not doing what you want to do or feel you're running out of time for what matters most.

Timestamps:

- The mirror test: Aligning decisions with desired outcomes – 0:35

- Opportunity costs in personal life and micro-moment decisions – 1:45

- Michael's unconventional career strategy of short sprints – 3:59

- Why being uncomfortable accelerates growth opportunities – 5:30

- How to know when it's time for a career change – 6:29

- Using sleep as a gut-check indicator for life decisions – 7:15

- The "best version of yourself" framework for relationships and jobs – 8:05

Connect with Michael Barber:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeljamesbarber/

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Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccashaddix/

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Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - Time Billionaires: How to Prioritize Your Life
• (00:03:39) - What Do You Wish You Knew About Time Management?

Michael introduces the powerful concept of "micro legacies", the idea that everyday humans can create meaningful impact through small, intentional daily actions rather than comparing themselves to celebrities and influencers. He argues that holding doors, asking genuine questions in meetings, and listening more than talking can collectively make the world a better place through accumulated positive interactions.

The conversation explores how time poverty affects our ability to be generous and patient with others, referencing a fascinating study about Good Samaritan volunteers who were three times less likely to help others when they felt rushed. Michael shares his proven "three D's" framework (Do it, Delegate it, or Drop it) that he's used for nearly 20 years to make quick decisions and avoid time debt in both professional and personal contexts.

Timestamps:

- Introduction to micro legacies vs. celebrity influence– 0:43

- Why everyday actions matter more than big achievements – 2:30

- How time poverty affects our generosity and patience – 4:45

- The three D's framework: Do it, delegate it, or drop it – 5:25

- Applying decision frameworks to emails and daily inputs – 5:58

- One-touch tasks and personal time management – 8:30

- Adapting the three D's for personal relationships – 9:15

Connect with Michael Barber:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeljamesbarber/

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn!

Time Billionaires on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/time-billionaires-pod

Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccashaddix/

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Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - "Micro Legacies": The Impact of Your Actions
• (00:00:43) - Michael Barber
• (00:01:14) - Your concept of micro legacies
• (00:04:58) - How to Regain Control of Your Time

From childhood, many of us learn to shrink our desires, and be accommodating, humble, and not take up too much space. We confuse contentment with complacency and mistake humility for self-erasure. But research shows that this conditioning often leaves us chasing quick hits of pleasure instead of pursuing what truly fulfills us.

In this episode, Rebecca explores why we feel guilty for wanting things, diving into evolutionary psychology and happiness research to reveal the crucial difference between hedonic happiness (instant gratification) and eudaimonic happiness (lasting fulfillment). You'll discover how to balance both types while breaking free from the guilt that keeps you stuck in cycles of short-term comfort at the expense of long-term growth.

What you'll learn:

• Why our hunter-gatherer conditioning makes us think success is a zero-sum game (and why it's not)
• The hidden ego behind self-denial and why "being the bigger person" sometimes keeps you small
• How to distinguish between what makes you happy vs. what just makes you feel good momentarily
• Why the most fulfilling experiences often don't feel pleasant in real time
• The research behind two distinct types of happiness and how to balance both
• How to rewire your brain to crave meaningful progress over instant gratification

Quick Actions You Can Take Today:

• Try the non-dominant hand writing exercise to assess what you actually want beyond surface desires
• Identify one area where you've been settling for "good enough" and get honest about what you really want
• Next time you reach for a distraction, pause and ask whether you need comfort or growth in that moment
• Practice reframing one desire from "selfish" to "human" and notice how it changes your relationship to that want

This episode offers hope for anyone who's been taught to want less, do less, or be less. 

Because when you get honest about what actually makes you happy, you expand what's possible, not just for yourself, but for everyone around you.

Follow Time Billionaires wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode.

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• Rebecca's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccashaddix/
• Podcast Page:

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - Time Billionaires
• (00:00:57) - Why Do We Feel Guilty About Wanting Things?
• (00:08:31) - Reclaiming Your Time With a Micro-Moment

A key insight emerges around shifting from self-critical questioning ("Why can't I get more done?") to curious, compassionate inquiry ("Why am I struggling with this? Oh, I'm doing a lot."). Jo emphasizes that when you name where you are and what you need, you create permission structures for yourself while allowing others to actively support you. This mindset shift impacts not only personal well-being but also how you manage teams and relationships. The episode concludes with Jo's daily check-in practice: asking "What was my biggest priority today? Am I on track? If not, why not?" from a place of curiosity rather than judgment.

Timestamps

1. Permission structures: Being good vs. excellent – 0:00
2. Intentional communication about work-heavy weeks – 3:30
3. The red, yellow, green energy system at work – 4:25
4. How naming your state allows others to help – 5:34
5. From self-criticism to self-compassion – 6:49
6. Morning routines for self-awareness – 7:35
7. Daily priority check-ins with curiosity – 8:30

Connect with Jo Amato: 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joellenamato

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn! 

Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How to Give Yourself Permission to Be Good at Work
• (00:05:29) - Check in With Yourself Every Day

The conversation dives deep into Jo's innovative approach to using AI as a "reflection mirror" - moving beyond basic meeting summaries to having AI organize her scattered thoughts and hold up an objective mirror. This practice helps her identify which thoughts serve her goals and which don't, eliminating the internal debate that typically consumes mental energy. Jo explains how this creates a compounding effect similar to investing money: by investing a few minutes with AI upfront, she manufactures 10-15 minutes of time that she can redirect toward reflection or solving problems she previously didn't have time to address.

Timestamps

1. The balancing act: Managing career and family in the tech world – 0:32
2. Daily grounding practice: How 3 sun salutations changed everything – 1:56
3. Step-by-step guide to a simple morning ritual for beginners – 3:01
4. Using AI to create more free time – 4:17
5. Moving from internal debate to external clarity – 6:40
6. The time investment strategy: How AI creates compounding returns – 8:25
7. Manufacturing time through intentional systems – 9:11

Connect with Jo Amato: 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joellenamato

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn! 

Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How to Get Smart About AI
• (00:00:36) - Meet Joe: A Mom Living in the Tech World
• (00:01:24) - How to Stay Grounded in the World
• (00:04:06) - How AI Is Affecting Your Time Management
• (00:06:09) - Letting Go of Things That Don't Serve You
• (00:07:34) - A Week in the Life With AI

The conversation explores the concept that "gratitude delayed is gratitude denied" - the tendency to save gratitude for major life events while missing thousands of everyday opportunities. Kevin challenges listeners to practice "micro-gratitude" for the smallest things, from salt's impact on flavor and health to the thousands of hands that touched items in your grocery store before you bought them. The episode concludes with Kevin's practical "Cheerleader Challenge" - a simple under-five-minute exercise where you text someone who cheers you on to express specific gratitude for their impact, creating a contagious ripple effect of appreciation.

Timestamps

1. The exponential power of sharing gratitude in community – 0:00
2. Why gratitude delayed is gratitude denied – 3:45
3. The micro-gratitude practice: Being grateful for salt – 6:20
4. Gratitude for everyday abundance in grocery stores – 8:15
5. How 8 minutes of shared gratitude creates lifetime connections – 11:30
6. The Cheerleader Challenge: A 5-minute gratitude exercise – 15:40

Connect with Kevin Monroe: 

Website: https://www.kevindmonroe.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinmonroe/

Twitter: https://x.com/kevin_monroe

Gratitude Encounters: https://www.kevindmonroe.com/live-gratitude-experiences/p/customized/encounter

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn! 

Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - Why You're Already a Time Billionaire
• (00:01:09) - Kevin Monroe
• (00:01:54) - The Joy of Sharing Gratitude
• (00:06:52) - Thanksgiving: A Day of Personal Responsibility
• (00:08:39) - The Joy of Sharing Gratitude
• (00:11:05) - The 'Cheerleader Challenge'

The United States Surgeon General declared loneliness a public health epidemic, which is as harmful to your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. We live in a world that’s more connected than ever, yet so many of us still feel unseen, unheard, or misunderstood.

The good news is that building meaningful connection with other people can be much easier—and faster—than people think. A lot of people assume that meaningful connection takes long conversations, shared experiences, or deep vulnerability. But what if it could actually start in less than a minute?

In this episode of Time Billionaires, Rebecca Shaddix shares how to create real connection even when you’re short on time. You’ll learn small mindset shifts that dissolve the invisible barriers keeping us apart, and how small moments of genuine presence can rewire your brain for belonging.

Changing the way you connect doesn’t require more time, just more intention.

What you'll learn:

• How to break mental traps that lead to judging others, whether you're placing yourself above or below others.
• Why the words you use matters: The transformative difference between thinking of reaching out to others as being "vulnerable" vs. being "bold".
• The hidden pattern behind most interpersonal frustration and how to rewire your brain to find shared understanding.
• How to turn any stranger into a potential meaningful conversation with easy conversation-starting questions. 
• How to use curiosity as a key to a more interesting life.

Featured Techniques:

The Join, Jump, or Jealous: Learn why someone's behavior bothers you by identifying whether you recognize something in them you don't like in yourself (join), you're making assumptions about their intentions (jump), or they have something you wish you had (jealous)

The Boldness Reframe: Transform your energy by replacing "I need to be vulnerable" with "I'm going to be bold", same action, completely different focus

The Party Thought Experiment: Flip your perspective on starting conversations by remembering how relieved you feel when someone approaches you first

The Follow-Up Question Rule: Build momentum in conversations by asking one or two questions about what someone just shared, rather than jumping to unrelated topics

Conversation Starters That Work Everywhere: From "What's your dog's name?" to "What's exciting you lately?" to "How long have you been in [city]?", simple openers that invite real connection.

Quick Actions You Can Take Today:

• Think of someone who annoys you and challenge yourself to come up with three alternate explanations for their be...

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How to Build Better Connections With Time
• (00:00:45) - How to Build Better Connections in a Minute
• (00:01:50) - What Really Upsets You About Someone's Behavior
• (00:05:12) - What is Judgement?
• (00:06:09) - Vulnerable vs Bold: The Evolving Conversation
• (00:11:27) - How to Connect in the Micro-moment

Ryan shares how intentional time batching creates a compounding effect, when you know emails have their designated two-hour block, meetings become more focused because that's all you need to worry about in that moment. This approach not only increases personal productivity but sets the tone for entire teams to be more present and effective.

The conversation shifts to a discussion about parenting in the social media age. As a father with children spanning ages 2 to 21, Ryan offers unique insights on how his approach evolved from his oldest (who learned social media navigation on his own) to his youngest (who are being raised with more intentional boundaries). He explores the challenge of teaching kids to be present online without oversharing, while acknowledging the reality that social media will be part of their social world.

Ryan also introduces the concept of "Web 4.0" and curated online culture, discussing how this might reshape how we and our children engage with digital communities. He emphasizes the importance of intentionality in choosing which online groups and influences to allow into our lives, comparing it to joining subreddits today, but with much higher stakes for personal development.

Timestamps

1. The 5-Item Daily Planning System for Maximum Impact – 00:59
2. 20-Minute Pomodoro Blocks: Why Shorter Focus Wins – 01:46
3. Intentional Time Batching vs. Constant Task Switching – 03:17
4. The Steve Jobs Meeting Test: "Do You Need to Be Here?" – 04:24
5. Setting Tripwires for Recurring Meetings and Accountability – 04:55
6. Parenting Across Ages: Lessons from a 21-5-2 Parent – 06:09
7. Teaching Kids Social Media Boundaries and Digital Presence – 06:57
8. The Intentionality Question: Do Kids Really Need Social Media? – 08:09
9. Curated vs. Creator Culture: The Future of Web 4.0 – 09:33
10. How Online Communities Shape Our Children's Identity – 10:18

Connect with Ryan Yockey

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-yockey/

Ryan’s Newsletter: https://growthcodes.substack.com/

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn! 

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - Time Billionaires: How to Manage Your Time
• (00:00:49) - How to Plan Your Day (with a To Do List)
• (00:05:38) - How To Teach Your Kids To Use Social Media
• (00:09:25) - Curation in the Web 4.0
• (00:10:44) - Ryan on Rebecca's Face

Ryan discusses his approach to developing routines and the root cause framework that transformed his career, explaining why most professionals get stuck optimizing the wrong metrics instead of asking deeper questions about what they're really trying to solve. He breaks down his "12 questions that changed my career," including game-changers like "Is this role helping me grow or just keeping me busy?" and "What am I tolerating right now that I shouldn't be?"

The conversation explores how Ryan applies first-principles thinking to business strategy, using examples from The Farmer's Dog, where the real goal isn't customer acquisition, it's making dogs healthier. This shift from vanity metrics to core mission creates both better outcomes and sustainable growth.

Ryan also opens up about his personal framework for being present with his family while maintaining high performance at work. He shares his routine that includes workouts, journaling, and reflection time, explaining how intentional scheduling allows him to be fully present during school drop-offs and family time without work stress looming overhead.

Timestamps

1. Guest Introduction: Ryan Yockey's Background and Growth Code – 00:38
2. Why Careers Break From Wrong Questions, Not Lack of Effort – 01:17
3. The Root Cause Framework and Getting Close to Problems – 01:33
4. The 12 Career-Changing Questions Ryan Uses – 02:57
5. "Is This Role Helping Me Grow or Just Keeping Me Busy?" – 04:19
6. Don't Sit on the Bench: Moving From Busywork to Impact – 05:21
7. Problem Statements vs. Downstream Experiments in Business – 06:05
8. The Real Goal: Making Dogs Healthier vs. Revenue Metrics – 08:02
9. How Ryan Prioritizes Family Time Through Intentional Routine – 10:42

Connect with Ryan Yockey

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-yockey/

Ryan’s Newsletter: https://growthcodes.substack.com/

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn! 

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - Growth Code
• (00:01:11) - 12 Questions That Changed My Career
• (00:07:37) - Are You Prioritizing the Right Things?
• (00:10:39) - How to Prioritize Your Life

This episode dives into practical, research-backed ways to break free from anxiety loops. Drawing from neuroscience studies, Rebecca explores why our brains get stuck in repetitive negative thinking patterns and how this affects everything from our physical health to our relationships and work performance.

The episode reveals a crucial distinction: anxiety is future-focused fear, while rumination replays past distress, but neither is rooted in the present moment, where we actually have power. Through real examples, including Rebecca's own mountain biking anxiety that made crashes more likely, you'll learn how our attempts to control outcomes often backfire.

Most importantly, this isn't just about understanding the problem, but about practical solutions you can use in micromoments throughout your day to shift from mental spinning to present-moment awareness.

What you'll learn:

• The difference between problems that need solving and discomfort we can simply accept
• How to distinguish between anxiety (future fear) and rumination (past replay)
• Three quick exercises to interrupt worry loops and ground yourself
• Why the person who made that mistake and who you are now aren't the same person

Featured Techniques:

1. The Gratitude Jar: An ongoing practice for capturing meaningful moments
2. Rumination Reframe: Thank your brain, then redirect with self-compassion
3. Regret Reversal: Three questions to transform guilt into growth
4. Healthy Hero Reflection: Finding dormant strengths through the traits of people you admire

This episode offers hope for anyone caught in the exhausting cycle of "what if" thinking, providing a practical roadmap for converting anxious mental energy into power. Because while you can't predict the future, your future is guaranteed to be better when you make the most of the moment you're in.

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn! 

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This episode dives deep into the practical accountability systems that make the MVP approach sustainable. Mary shares how the pandemic's shift to remote work created an "incessant hamster wheel" of sedentary pseudo-productivity, and how simple interventions like standing up between meetings became the first step in breaking that cycle. She reveals her accountability tactics, from using an Apple Watch for movement tracking to weekly planners where she checks off daily habit goals.

The conversation explores the importance of focusing on one thing at a time rather than trying to "boil the ocean." Mary reflects on her advice to her younger self about sequential focus, sharing how she became "the Ryan Seacrest of product marketing" by juggling too many projects simultaneously. Rebecca and Mary discuss finding your own definition of success rather than copying someone else's framework, emphasizing that what works for one person may be a distraction for another.

Timestamps

1. Breaking the remote work sedentary cycle with micromovements – 0:00
2. Accountability systems: Simple weekly planning – 3:30
3. Why Simple Tools Are Best  – 7:45
4. The power of focusing on one thing at a time – 11:20
5. Finding your own definition of success vs. copying others – 14:40

Connect with Mary Sheehan

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryshirleysheehan/

Mary’s Newsletter: https://substack.com/@propelyourself

Mary’s Website: https://www.productlaunch.pro/

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Rebecca's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccashaddix/ 

Podcast Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/time-billionaires-pod

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Rebecca and Mary unpack how decision fatigue especially affects busy moms, who may make upwards of 35,000 choices a day, and how carving out predictable “micro moments” can free up mental energy. Drawing on BJ Fogg’s Tiny Habits, Mary shares how she reclaimed moments, like ten minutes of yoga after bedtime or a short walk after the school drop-off, that deliver the same boost she used to get from longer workouts. By defining non-negotiable practices (five minutes of meditation, 20 minutes of movement, time outdoors), you remove the daily “yes or no” battle and create space for clarity and creativity.

To help listeners put this into action, Mary recommends a simple worksheet: list the elements of your most “calm, wonderful day” on the left, then translate each into bite-sized MVP habits on the right. From there, block those slots on your calendar, communicate your needs with family or teammates, and test how small shifts can reshape your mindset.

Timestamps

1. Guest Introduction: Mary Shehan’s Background – 00:45
2. Defining the “Minimum Viable Person” Concept – 01:50
3. Easy Ways to Overcome Decision Fatigue – 03:30
4. Step-By-Step Guide to Doing More of What You Love Each Day  – 06:50

Connect with Mary Sheehan

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryshirleysheehan/

Mary’s Newsletter: https://substack.com/@propelyourself

Mary’s Website: https://www.productlaunch.pro/

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn! 

Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

This episode shares 12 quick ideas, backed by research, for how to spend these small gaps to make the rest of your day better. These aren't just feel-good activities; they're grounded in research showing how small bursts of intentional activity can boost oxytocin, activate reward centers in the brain, and improve everything from problem-solving to emotional regulation.

Drawing from neuroscience, psychology, and longevity research, this episode breaks down six categories that research shows lead to a meaningful, happy, and healthy life: reflection and mindset, exercise and movement, connection, thinking and learning, nature and sensory awareness, and play and creativity. The best part? You don’t need to overhaul your schedule to see results.

For anyone tired of feeling like their time is happening to them instead of the other way around, this episode offers a practical roadmap for reclaiming those small pockets of time and turning them into fuel for a more meaningful, energized life.

What you'll learn:

• Simple, science-backed ways to feel more in control of your time
• Quick techniques to improve focus, lower stress, and spark creativity
• Why scrolling during downtime drains your mental energy
• How small, intentional actions build lasting productivity and connection
• 12 micromoment exercises you can do anywhere, anytime
• How short activities can activate the same reward centers as food and money

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn! 

Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

Chapters

• (00:00:01) - How to Become a Billionaire in 31 Years
• (00:00:34) - What Makes a Good Life? The 6
• (00:02:06) - 3 Micro-Moments for Living a Meaningful Life
• (00:04:25) - The 3 Things That Make a Meaningful Life

Emily introduces her research on "Opportunity Neglect" - the tendency to undervalue low-probability opportunities, especially when there's little to no cost involved. She shares personal examples, from not applying to Harvard initially because she assumed she wouldn't get in, to entrepreneurs avoiding customer interviews because they assume people won't respond. The conversation explores how self-rejection often keeps us from opportunities that could be transformative for our careers and lives.

They discuss how getting comfortable with rejection builds confidence and agency, whether it's applying for jobs with salary ranges that seem "too high," negotiating for raises, or simply asking for what we want. Emily emphasizes that not taking an opportunity is equivalent to a rejection anyway, but without the upside potential.

Timestamps

1. Understanding "Opportunity Neglect" and low-probability opportunities – 0:00
2. Self-rejection vs. letting others make decisions – 4:30
3. Building comfort with rejection in dating, academics, and career – 8:15
4. Salary negotiations and asking for promotions – 12:45
5. Daily advice: Put away distractions and connect authentically – 16:20

Connect with Emily Prinsloo 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-prinsloo-50965261/

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn! 

Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

Emily shares fascinating research on how disclosing personal failures, rather than just successes, creates stronger interpersonal bonds and makes us feel less alone. She explains why even the smallest disclosures to strangers can lead to reciprocal sharing and increased closeness. They discuss the art of giving genuine compliments (avoiding backhanded ones) and, more importantly, how to graciously receive compliments as gifts rather than deflecting them.

The conversation also explores how we often misjudge social situations, particularly around dietary restrictions, where people avoid ordering certain foods to be polite but end up creating awkward dynamics.

Timestamps

1. How disclosing personal failures builds stronger connections – 0:00
2. The power of small disclosures with strangers and acquaintances – 3:45
3. Giving genuine compliments vs. backhanded compliments – 8:20
4. Learning to accept compliments as gifts – 11:15
5. Navigating dietary restrictions and social assumptions – 16:30

Connect with Emily Prinsloo 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-prinsloo-50965261/

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn! 

Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

In this episode, Rebecca shares three science-backed micro-habits you can use instead of scrolling during those 2-5 minute breaks between meetings. Each technique takes less than two minutes but can dramatically shift how grounded, alert, and in control you feel for the rest of your day. From nervous system resets to sensory grounding exercises, these simple practices will help you reclaim your mental energy and build the habit of being intentional with your most precious resource: time.

Key Moments

• [0:00-1:30] The hidden cost of phone scrolling between meetings
• [1:30-3:00] Understanding attention residue
• [3:00-4:30] Micro-Habit #1: The 4-4-8 breathing reset
• [4:30-6:00] Micro-Habit #2: The 60-second texture exploration
• [6:00-8:30] Micro-Habit #3: Planning tomorrow's micromoments today
• [8:30-10:00] Building the habit of intentional time use

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn! 

Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

She offers an overview into how to define your unique core values so every big decision, from promotions to passion projects, can be filtered through what truly matters to you. They discuss simple two-minute exercises like “celebrating wins” to retrain your mind to get more out of each day. These micro-adjustments, she explains, compound over days and weeks into growing motivation and fulfillment. By the end of the episode, you’ll come away with a clear roadmap for reducing burnout and building a life led by your own metrics of success.

Timestamps

1. Recognizing early signals of misalignment and burnout – 0:00
2. Unpacking resentment and obligation – 1:02
3. Defining personal values for better decision-making – 5:01
4. Celebrating specific wins to maintain energy and focus – 7:13
5. Advice for career and life fulfillment – 10:16

Connect with Leigha May

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighamay/

The Values Workbook: https://bit.ly/3PJ9n61

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn! 

Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How to Stop Burnout in Your Life
• (00:01:04) - The Signs That Your Life's Getting Away From You
• (00:05:02) - Decisions about life and career
• (00:06:11) - Defining and Living With Your Values
• (00:07:35) - The 2-Minute Win-Review Exercise
• (00:11:45) - A Micro-moment to Reclaim Your Time

Throughout the episode, Marissa shares the exact systems she’s honed to protect her focus and energy. On a day-to-day level, she relies on a simple planner ritual, choosing just three personal and three professional priorities to steer clear of overwhelm. Looking out over weeks and months, she maps big-picture goals (from career milestones to personal dreams like starting a family) to ensure every choice moves her closer to what truly matters. Professionally, she even recommends a weekly update to your manager that outlines wins, roadblocks, and your focus for the following week, creating clarity and alignment for both sides.

Rebecca and Marissa wrap up by introducing Marissa’s “Hell Yes, Situational, Pause” matrix for relationships and commitments. By categorizing invites and obligations according to how they energize or drain you, you’ll make instant, confidence-boosting decisions instead of defaulting to automatic yeses. Whether you’re leading a team, juggling family demands, or simply trying to carve out more breathing room in your day, this episode offers concrete, research-backed strategies to turn those micromoments into powerful investments of your time.

Timestamps 

1. Viewing time as our most precious asset and the power of mindful “no”s – 00:00:00
2. Defining “micromoments” as the currency of Time Billionaires – 00:00:20
3. Marissa Morrison’s career journey and her people-strategy expertise – 00:01:00
4. How Marissa’s perspective on time evolved after years of burnout – 00:02:00
5. Practical systems for protecting time: daily/weekly planning & the “hell yes” decision matrix – 00:05:00

Connect with Marissa Morrison

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissamorrison/

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn! 

Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How to Get More Out of Your Time
• (00:01:20) - The Secret to Spending Your Time
• (00:02:45) - Say No to More Things
• (00:07:31) - How to Get to Know Yourself
• (00:12:00) - Reclaim Your Time: A Micro-

Throughout their conversation, Rebecca and Marissa dive into the art of self-awareness: using writing and stillness as tools for reflection, treating past decisions as “data points” rather than failures, and viewing play as an essential category of micromoments. They share tactics like morning pages, one-word debriefs after meetings or events, and periodic check-ins to ask, “How am I feeling right now?” These simple practices help identify which activities give energy, which drain it, and guide listeners toward saying “yes” to what truly matters.

By the end of the episode, you’ll walk away with actionable advice on journaling without judgment, scheduling fun alongside work, and giving yourself the grace to learn and iterate. Whether you’re feeling overcommitted or simply curious about optimizing your days, Marissa’s insights make it clear: small shifts in awareness and intention can turn fleeting moments into lasting productivity, and a more energized, fulfilled life.

Timestamps 

1. Writing, journaling, and sitting in stillness as mindfulness practices – 00:00:00
2. Protecting your time and energy by setting boundaries and saying no – 00:02:00
3. Viewing feelings as data points and using self-compassion in decision-making – 00:03:00
4. Embracing play and micromoments for creativity and productivity – 00:07:00
5. One-word reflection after meetings to capture key insights – 00:10:00

Connect with Marissa Morrison

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissamorrison/

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn! 

Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - How to Live More Productively With Time
• (00:00:55) - Welcome to Time Billionaires Podcast
• (00:02:01) - How to Prioritize Your Time
• (00:04:05) - Being Intentional About Your Time
• (00:06:55) - How To Balance Your Priorities and Family Life

Not in dollars, but in something far more valuable: time. Those 31 years? That's roughly a billion seconds, and Rebecca argues we're wasting this precious currency on what she calls "micromoments", the small 90-second to 15-minute pockets of time we mindlessly fill with phone scrolling and email checking.

After noticing her own habits during remote work, Rebecca realized these tiny fragments weren't as harmless as they seemed. Every distraction we choose during these moments actually rewires our brains, affecting our stress levels, creativity, and overall well-being. But here's the real kicker: the biggest threat isn't failure, it's settling for "good enough." Those okay jobs, decent relationships, and comfortable routines? They're keeping us stuck because we're not miserable enough to change, just comfortable enough to stay put.

Traditional productivity advice misses the mark entirely. Logging every minute and eliminating small tasks doesn't address the real problem: how we're unconsciously spending those in-between moments. Rebecca also takes aim at popular gratitude practices, calling out what she terms "weaponized mindfulness", that guilt-inducing comparison game that makes us feel worse, not better. Instead, she suggests shifting toward genuine appreciation that brings us into the present.

The episode wraps up with a fascinating thought experiment about atoms and empty space, challenging listeners to see the hidden possibilities in their daily routines and fill those gaps with intention rather than autopilot.

Timestamps 

• [00:00:01] - The Time Billionaire Concept
• [00:00:44] - The Micromoment Problem
• [00:01:52] - Why Traditional Time Management Fails
• [00:02:37] - The Real Threat: Mediocrity
• [00:03:08] - The Harper Lee Example
• [00:04:54] - The Solution: Small Wins Over Big Overhauls
• [00:05:35] - Weaponized Mindfulness
• [00:06:30] - The Orange Story
• [00:07:56] - The Atomic Thought Experiment
• [00:08:42] - Your First Micromoment Challenge

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and follow the podcast on LinkedIn! 

Shout-out to...

Chapters

• (00:00:01) - Why You're Already a Billionaire
• (00:05:28) - How to Get More Out of Gratitude
• (00:07:49) - Reclaiming the Micromoments

If you expect to live another 31 years, you have over a billion seconds left. Hosted by Rebecca Shaddix, Time Billionaires teaches you how to spend that time like the billionaire you already are by transforming those overlooked 90-second to 15-minute "micromoments" throughout your day into purposeful opportunities for more intentional, grounded living.

Each 7-15-minute episode combines science-backed insights with practical strategies that busy executives, entrepreneurs, and overwhelmed parents can implement immediately. Through engaging conversations with accomplished professionals, neuroscientists, and behavioral experts, you'll discover how small, intentional choices in your existing micromoments create a compounding effect that transforms how productive, connected, and alive you feel.

Because when you spend your micromoments intentionally, you don't just get more done – you get more out of life.

For more insights on turning hidden minutes into your greatest asset, connect with Rebecca and the Time Billionaires Podcast on LinkedIn!

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Shout-out to Graham Duncan from East Rock Capital for the "Time Billionaires" concept that inspired our show name - originally shared on The Tim Ferriss Show.