Master Time Management and Overcome Procrastination with Avi Friedman
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In this episode of the Cashflow Fight Club podcast's In the Champion's Corner edition, hosts Mike and Ligia Deaton welcome time management coach Avi Friedman. Avi shares his journey from being a marriage and family therapist overwhelmed by life's demands to becoming a coach who helps business owners use their time more effectively. The discussion delves into mindset mastery, high-performance habits, and practical tips for overcoming procrastination. Listeners will gain insights into building effective time management systems, setting focused work periods, and implementing accountability strategies.
00:00 Welcome to the Cashflow Fight Club Podcast
00:57 Introducing Avi Friedman: Time Management Coach
01:45 Avi's Journey to Time Management Mastery
03:24 The Importance of Systems and Organization
07:51 Common Challenges in Time Management and Procrastination
11:15 Avi's Coaching Approach and Client Success Stories
15:50 The Customized Coaching Process
23:03 Empowering Clients to Find Their Own Solutions
23:51 Breaking Down Actions to Overcome Procrastination
24:16 Dealing with Fear and Uncomfortable Tasks
26:31 Strategies for Accountability and Productivity
27:17 The Importance of Focus and Time Management
33:39 Practical Tips to Overcome Procrastination
42:21 Conclusion and Contact Information
### Episode Highlights:
**[00:02:00] Avi’s Journey from Therapist to Time Management Coach**
Avi Friedman began his career as a marriage and family therapist. However, juggling multiple responsibilities led him to feel overwhelmed, which eventually inspired his interest in time management. After a personal transformation, Avi decided to help others who struggle with organization and efficiency.
**[00:05:00] Building Systems That Work**
One of Avi’s key strategies is developing systems that help manage time and tasks effectively. He shares how creating a system for routine tasks, like paying bills and managing projects, can relieve the mental load and free up time for more important activities.
**[00:13:17] Addressing Common Time Management Problems**
Avi discusses the typical issues he encounters with clients, such as time management and procrastination. He shares examples of how even simple changes, like setting aside specific time slots for business development, can make a significant difference.
**[00:26:06] Techniques for Overcoming Fear and Procrastination**
Fear of failure, rejection, or even success can lead to procrastination. Avi explains how breaking down tasks into smaller, manageable steps and setting time limits can help overcome these fears and increase productivity.
**[00:35:09] Staying Focused in a Distracting World**
Focus is key to productivity, but distractions are everywhere. Avi offers practical advice, such as setting a timer for focused work sessions and minimizing notifications, to help stay on track and maximize efficiency.
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Resources Mentioned:
- Visit Avi: https://managedminds.co/
- Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/managedminds/
- Focusmate
- Getting Things Done by David Allen
- Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy
- Atomic Habits by James Clear
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