You're Not Losing Time. You're Giving It Away. | Neal Schore – EP 806
Summary
John R. Miles interviews leadership coach Neil Shore about his book, *The 25th Hour*, which argues that emotional self-regulation, not calendar management, is the key to reclaiming time. They discuss how negative reactions and "swirl" drain energy, emphasizing the importance of clarifying intent and practicing intentional pauses. The episode explores shifting from ordinary, reactive behaviors to exceptional leadership by managing one's nervous system and focusing on attention rather than just productivity.
Topics discussed
Sponsor: Grow therapy and summer blues
Intro: Emotional self-regulation and time management
Neil Shore's defining moment: The Lake Michigan phone call
The 25th Hour: Recapturing time lost to emotional reactions
Morning routines and the 'Quick Check-in' technique
Sponsor: The Mattering Effect book promotion
White space, the Eisenhower Matrix, and managing your nervous system
Ordinary vs. Exceptional: Modeling emotional maturity
Identifying intent to reduce workplace 'swirl'
Recovering from spirals and the power of apology
The Graduation exercise: Self-affirmation and trust
Conclusion: Pause, sort intent, and ask questions
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