Automation: The Thief of Time

Automation: The Thief of Time

I am a huge fan of automation. Whenever we can systematize aspects of our life to open time for us to do more valuable and important tasks, I am all over that.? However, there is a flip side to the automation coin. It can cause us to waste time, and our automation might cause us to waste others’ time.

I recently bought a new car. Since the purchase, the dealership has been sending periodic emails. I know it is an automated process, but their content has been informative and helpful. One email came through letting me know the vehicle was due for its initial maintenance service and what should get completed. I was guided to their website where I was able to schedule the appointment and confirm what needed to be done. It was a relatively simple process. Easy for them, easy for me. Hooray for automation.

Fast forward to the service date...

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  • Assessing the automation need
  • Calculating the return on time
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David Buck is the author of the book The Time-Optimized Life, owner of Kairos Management Solutions, LLC, and founder of the Infinity Lifestyle Design program. David helps individuals, teams and businesses “in-career” create more time flexibility in their lives. In addition, assists individuals and couples craft a “post-career” lifestyle strategy to meaning and purpose. To learn more, contact him at [email protected] or visit Infinity Lifestyle Design.


Debra Stith

MinisterMaster’s in Practical Theology concentration in church and ministry.Teacher, Tutor, business education, Mental Health Counselor, Coach, and Crisis Responder, CPR, First Aid Certified CPI training.

5 个月

Impressive

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Rahul Kumar

Co-Founder Digital43 & Love of India | Automation Enthusiast | Business and E-Commerce Growth Specialist | Performance Marketing | Amazon ads | Google ads | Meta ads

5 个月

Excellent work David

Rita Roy

Business Automation Expert | Growth Hacker | Helping Companies Scale and Innovate with Smart Solutions

5 个月

Automation is a game-changer, but you're right—when it's not done right, it can backfire! Your article sounds super insightful, especially the part about calculating ROT. How do you recommend balancing the initial setup time with long-term benefits? Looking forward to reading it! David Buck

Keith J. McNally

I specialize in facilitating discussion by bringing like-minded people together to create real impact | Amazon New Release Best Seller | Walking the Path - A Leader's Journey | GoFundMe

5 个月

I am yet to be a fan of automation. But I'm learning its value.

Atul Phatak

Experienced business development professional clinical research Phase I to Phase IV.

5 个月

Great post shared , thanks Sir .

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