How much time should go to 1-on-1s and meetings?

Aim for 40-50% maximum. More suggests poor delegation or weak agenda discipline. Use shorter, focused meetings with clear outcomes.

How do I delegate effectively to protect my time?

Delegate first, then automate, then do last. Match tasks to development goals. Document decisions so repeated questions are prevented.

Strategic planning, hiring decisions, mentoring direct reports, external relationships. Protect 5-10 hours weekly for this, not day-to-day execution.

Create response protocols for different crisis types. Clarify when you need direct notice vs email report. Most crises can wait 2 hours.

Peter Kolomiets

|March 26, 2026|Updated Apr 13, 2026|8 min read

Ready to discover your Time Management?

Covey, S. R. (1989). The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Free Press.
Newport, C. (2016). Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World. Grand Central Publishing.
Allen, D. (2001). Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity. Viking.

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Audit meeting necessity, establish time boundaries, create agenda discipline, and batch decisions to eliminate meeting sprawl.

Peter Kolomiets

|March 26, 2026|Updated Apr 13, 2026|8 min read

Ready to discover your Time Management?

Covey, S. R. (1989). The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Free Press.
Newport, C. (2016). Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World. Grand Central Publishing.
Allen, D. (2001). Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity. Viking.