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Aug 31, 2026 23 min

Well-Oiled Machine | Planning for What You Cannot Control

from Office Hours with David Meltzer

In today’s episode, I sit down with Nic Glazer to break down how we planned a highly productive trip to Chicago for the National Restaurant Association Show. We discuss using time zones strategically, protecting nonnegotiables, and preparing every controllable detail, from airport parking and meals to transportation, event access, and content capture. I explain why ambitious schedules require reliable backup plans, especially when flight delays remain outside our control. We also share how checklists prevent urgent distractions from displacing important priorities, and how the AAA strategy creates alignment, action, and room for adjustment throughout even the busiest and most demanding travel days.

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