If you want something done right, do it yourself. Or at least, that’s the approach Patrick Lightbody takes. After years of wrestling with different physical planners and calendar apps, Patrick decided to make his own. 

So how does someone who designs calendar apps actually use it himself? Well, it begins with the past…

Patrick believes that he can’t possibly be oriented towards what matters to him if he’s only looking forwards. Instead, he needs to periodically look back on what he’s already done, and make changes from there. 

When it comes to making changes, Patrick employs a “Four Ps” status report, measuring his plans, progress, priorities and problems whenever he needs to overhaul his schedule. 

Connect with Patrick in the support chat at Reclaim.ai

You can find the full interview here: Turn your calendar into a virtual assistant with Reclaim co-founder Patrick Lightbody

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Host: Amantha Imber

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