The Free-Time Formula by Jeff Sanders Summary
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In a world of endless busyness, Jeff Sanders' "The Free-Time Formula" reveals how to reclaim control of your schedule. Business leaders like Rizwan Butt swear by its Eisenhower Matrix approach. What if your "lack of time" is merely a perception problem you could solve today?
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The Illusion of Free Time in a Busy World
Imagine finding yourself in the emergency room with symptoms resembling a heart attack, your body's desperate warning about your unsustainable pace. This was Jeff Sanders' wake-up call six weeks after agreeing to write "The Free-Time Formula." The revelation that transformed his life? Free time doesn't actually exist - every minute of your day is already free. We have incredible freedom to choose how we spend our time, yet most of us surrender this power to external demands, creating the illusion that we're trapped by our responsibilities. The truth is liberating: all of your time belongs to you. The problem isn't lack of free time but how we allocate the time we have. Most of us struggle with doing too much too often, facing last-minute catastrophes caused by procrastination, and relying on stimulants like coffee to maintain focus. We prioritize productivity above sanity and value doing everything over doing what matters. The result? Perpetual exhaustion and a calendar bursting at the seams. Instead of focusing on doing more, we should discuss doing less - but better. Productivity is a double-edged sword. Getting more done means checking more boxes, which provides benefits but at enormous costs. The key is recognizing that knowledge alone won't transform your life - action will.
Understanding Your Reality and Priorities
The Project Filter and Decision Framework
Building Physical and Mental Strength
Eliminating Nonsense and Reducing Friction
Designing Your Red-Carpet Calendar
Creating a Sustainable Rhythm for Success
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"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
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"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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