Bill Gates, the founder of Microsoft, has shared a scheduling tip that advises people to stop overbooking their calendars. In a recent post, Gates mentioned Warren Buffett as an example of someone who intentionally keeps their calendar light. Gates revealed that he realized the importance of not filling every second of his schedule to be successful.
During his time at Microsoft, Gates was known for planning his day down to the minute, a strategy similar to that of Tesla CEO Elon Musk. However, after observing Buffett’s approach of having a sparse calendar, Gates made changes to his own schedule, allowing more time for leisure activities, family, and personal pursuits. This shift towards a more balanced approach to scheduling has not only improved Gates’ well-being but also his productivity and overall satisfaction in life.
Gates emphasized the importance of controlling one’s time rather than filling it up just to appear busy. He highlighted that success should not be measured by the number of minutes in one’s schedule but by the quality of work done. Buffett, known for championing productivity through reducing busy work, has shown that focusing on creative endeavors rather than busy tasks can lead to increased productivity and satisfaction.
