#37 Get Shit Done: Time, energy, and focus strategies for solo consultants

Welcome to the $100k Playbook with Mike KoziolIn this episode, I share how I actually “get shit done” as a solo consultant. I walk through simple time tracking, my DAD framework (Delete, Automate, Delegate), and how I design my calendar around energy, not just time. I talk about 45/15 focus blocks, batching tasks, setting up a distraction-free environment, and staying motivated by reconnecting to your bigger “why” so you follow through on the unsexy work that grows your business.Show NotesIn this episode, I cover:Why most consultants feel “busy but not productive”How simple time tracking (e.g. a Google Sheet) can transform your weekMy DAD framework: Delete, Automate, DelegateHow one SEO agency increased profitability by ~20% using this approachWhy energy management beats pure time managementStructuring your day around your natural peaks and dipsWorking in 45/15 focus blocks and batching similar tasksHow I use my calendar as a single source of truth for everythingEnvironment hacks: headphones, music, and minimizing distractionsThe importance of real breaks (especially if you work with your brain)Staying motivated by reconnecting with your “why” and long-term goalsHow I use themed days, weeks, and 2‑week sprintsA preview of my Goal Pyramid framework for breaking big goals into daily actionsMentioned in this episode:Time tracking via a simple Google SheetBrain.fm for focus musicThe DAD framework: Delete, Automate, DelegateThe Goal Pyramid (coming in a future episode)—Connect with the host of the $100k Playbook Mike Koziol on Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/michalkoziol/⁠⁠Download the 2025 Consulting report: ⁠⁠https://mikekoziol.com/the-100k-consultant-report/⁠⁠Download to $100k Offer Playbook: ⁠⁠https://mikekoziol.com/the-100k-offer-playbook/⁠⁠Schedule a free marketing brainstorming session: ⁠⁠https://mikekoziol.com/connect/⁠⁠Please rate the podcast on Spotify and iTunes <3Tags: consulting, consultant, productization, scaling, service business, marketing agency, freelancing, fractional CxO, profitability