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Facing the perpetual question of "how long should this task take me?" is something every entrepreneur struggles with. The truth? There's no one-size-fits-all answer—it genuinely depends on multiple factors unique to you and your situation. Whether you're navigating new technology, learning software, or implementing unfamiliar processes, your initial timeline estimates are likely way off.

The revelation that transforms time management isn't a magic formula—it's understanding that testing a process once tells you almost nothing about how long it will typically take. You need at least three attempts at any new task before you can establish a reliable baseline. With each iteration, you'll naturally discover shortcuts, develop muscle memory, and refine your approach. What initially took three hours might eventually require only 75 minutes once you've mastered the workflow. This three-attempt rule applies universally, whether you're editing videos, creating landing pages, writing sales emails, or designing opt-ins.

Documentation becomes your secret weapon in this process. Recording your screen while narrating your actions creates an invaluable resource that serves multiple purposes—from creating SOPs to eventually delegating tasks. Transform these recordings into checklists using tools like Zoom for recording and ChatGPT for organizing transcripts. The result? A systematic approach to tasks that eliminates guesswork, allows for accurate scheduling, and ultimately creates space for the high-impact work that truly grows your business. Ready to apply these principles to your sales process? Join my upcoming SmartSell Sprint where we'll refine your existing product offerings without rebuilding from scratch—focusing instead on the critical tweaks that connect with your audience and drive conversions.

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