My First Million
The best business ideas come from noticing what's working and doing it better, faster, or for a different audience.
Calendar as Autobiography Framework
Viewing your calendar as your most honest autobiography and highlight reel - what you put energy toward reveals your true priorities and creates the story of your life.
How It Works
By intentionally scheduling what matters most to you first, you create permission to say no to less important requests and ensure your time aligns with your values.
Components
Schedule your most important activities first (family time, health, adventures)
Use your calendar to give yourself permission to say no to requests that don't align
Regularly review your calendar to see if it reflects your stated priorities
Color-code different types of activities to visualize time allocation
When to Use
When you feel your time is constantly hijacked by other people's priorities, when you want to live more intentionally, or when planning any significant time period.
When Not to Use
In highly reactive roles where schedule flexibility is crucial, or when you prefer to live completely spontaneously.
Anti-Patterns to Avoid
Example
“A parent blocks out every Friday afternoon for one-on-one time with their kids, then uses this commitment to decline Friday afternoon business meetings, ensuring family time happens regardless of work demands.”