Solo Founders, what does your day to day schedule look like?https://dreami.io/

Ashima·Jan 28, 2021

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I've been thinking about this a lot--right now I don't have a set schedule for the work I do day to day. I work from 8:30-4:30pm roughly and any free time I can get is devoted to my very early stage pre-launch startup and getting some exercise/fresh air/not being on a phone or computer. I'm curious, how do you all plan out your days? I'd love to hear how much time you devote to networking, marketing, product dev, emails (!), etc? I'd love to implement some more structure in the progress I want to make every week, but right now it feels as if I am lacking quite a bit of structure to my schedule. Am I being too hopeful thinking I CAN even implement more structure to my day?

robotgrrl·Jan 29, 2021

For me, there isn't much structure time wise apart from deciding which blocks of time are execution or planning related. The blocks of time are organised around "sprints" or spans of weeks where there is a theme to focus on, such as gathering resources or completing a stage of a project. There are some tasks that carry on throughout, but the time dedicated to them is very minimal as to just maintain it while focusing on delivering on the things that will move the dial.One of the most productive ways I've found to structure tasks is what can be delegated and what cannot be. For the things that can be delegated, what is needed from me as the initial 'push' to set the direction and vision properly & clearly. Remembering to schedule the time to follow up on the delegated tasks is great. This helps with the feedback loop and catches mistakes early.Oh yeah, and, marketing is 100x easier when the product (even an early, scrappy, version) is made.Hope that helps!?

Ashima·Jan 29, 2021

This helps a ton! I usually am very organized, but lately I feel like I am all over the place! I like the execution vs planning distinction, and that is something I'll take note of. Delegation is key, so I am hoping to have more of a team soon :).

KimWatt·Jan 30, 2021

I’m going through the same. I feel like I’ve been working on the same tasks and never getting ahead. I find myself avoiding the things that don’t seem so interesting but I know needs to get done. I also have a pair of twins who are 6 and still need some of my attention. Lots of balancing at my home.