How I Learned to Stop Being Busy: Tips for Entrepreneurs Finding Balance | Ep 19

In this episode, Aaron Henriques from London, a former police officer and seasoned entrepreneur, delves into his personal journey of learning to be okay with not being constantly busy. Reflecting on patterns of starting multiple businesses but failing to follow through, Aaron shares his struggle to embrace downtime and how he redirected his energy towards long-term personal and professional growth.

He discusses the influence of social media's 'busy' culture, the importance of focusing on strategic thinking over physical implementation, and setting new rules to ensure he is not pivotal to his businesses' daily operations. Aaron also talks about his newfound interest in investing and the principles he has adopted to maximise his efficiency and success.

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00:00 Introduction: Embracing a Less Busy Life
00:50 Background: My Journey and Realisations
01:37 Breaking the Cycle: Shutting Down Startups
02:22 Learning to Be Okay with Not Being Busy
03:15 Filling Time Productively: Reading and Learning
04:44 Discovering My Strengths: Strategic Advice
05:30 Setting New Rules: Not Being Pivotal
08:42 The Importance of Principles Over How-Tos
12:38 Conclusion: Protecting My Time and Future Goals

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