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MATT REYNOLDS - How To Stop Wasting Your Time: Vital Lessons from "Undoing Urgency"


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(Thanks to my bro Matt for pinch-hitting for me on the intro this week, while I've been out sick. - Will)

Matt Reynolds, founder and CEO of Barbell Logic, joins The Will Spencer Podcast to discuss his new book, "Undoing Urgency." The central theme of their conversation revolves around the idea that urgency often crowds out the important aspects of life, leading to a diminished quality of existence.

Reynolds emphasizes the necessity of identifying core values and prioritizing actions that align with those values, rather than succumbing to the chaos of daily demands. He shares personal anecdotes about his journey, including the challenges and failures he faced, illustrating how these experiences shaped his perspective on strength, health, and leadership.

Ultimately, the discussion highlights the importance of intentional living and the pursuit of a meaningful legacy for future generations.

Takeaways:

  • Matt Reynolds discusses the importance of identifying core values to prioritize meaningful tasks over the urgent ones.
  • He emphasizes that urgency often crowds out the significant aspects of life, such as family and health.
  • Reynolds shares the lessons learned from personal failures and the necessity of vulnerability in leadership.
  • The conversation highlights that true growth comes from recognizing and overcoming personal struggles.
  • He stresses the importance of maintaining physical health as a means to fulfill one's responsibilities towards family and community.
  • The episode illustrates the interconnectedness of faith, family, and personal well-being for long-term success.

CONNECT WITH MATT
  • Matt's Website
  • Buy "Undoing Urgency" from Amazon
  • Follow Matt on Twitter
  • Barbell Logic

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  • "The Hard Thing About Hard Things" - Horowitz

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