How to Find Time for Everything with a Full Time Job

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Hey friends, this is the first of 3 videos in a series about how to manage your time better when you have a full time job. I feel really passionate about this stuff because being able to manage my time well when I was a full time doctor here in the UK, allowed me to start and grow my KZbin channel and business on the side. So I really hope there's some useful takeaways for you in here. Enjoy x
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⌚️Timestamps:
0:00 - Why I'm making this video
1:27 - Time Is Your Most Valuable Resource
4:59 - You Can Do Anything You Want
9:57 - Life Maintenance Is Not the Goal
14:00 - Mindset of Intentionality
16:59 - Treat Yourself like a Robot

[@aliabdaal]

What's your biggest takeaway from this video? And what's your biggest struggle when it comes to managing your time with a full time job?

[@feelingsintheabyss470]

I didn’t know you could make a comment on a private video. Now I know😌

[@plantphilosophy6367]

Wow! This is such a beautiful video. Especially life maintenance and life progression!

[@GraceRose-us6jb]

Thank you! Love it ! As if I am listening to wise sage who emphasizes the action through forgiveness of self .

[@hustle_teen]

Last advice was fine mate

[@mr.abaanabby1481]

Hey Ali why you don't make video for 2024 for your second brain. And one video for how to track our goals.

[@Tarot4Manifestation]

I love your point “Being intentional is productivity. “ 👍🏻👍🏻and “even 15 minutes can be productive. “ ❤

[@TheRcty]

yeah i love that, because i have always felt guilty for being "unproductive" watching shows or playing games when i could be getting more work done

[@favouriteeatsbyBushra]

"We can always make more money but we can never make more time." So true!💯

[@_notsaf]

minion much 😏

[@BalmforthGG]

Amazed at how much rehashed content this guy can keep churning out. Now thats a time management vid worthy of watching.

[@Reznov0ps143]

Jim Rohn

[@TheTfk6]

Not really …

[@gigguko6214]

Yes really​@@TheTfk6

[@adarateranroldan]

Definitely agree that being curious about something that didn’t go right is better than being critical.

[@sarahfletcher01]

Ali is beyond amazing. Why losing your job is an opportunity.

[@sarahfletcher01]

Making money is action, keeping money is behavior and Growing money is knowIedge.

[@sarahfletcher01]

I am fortunate I made productive decisions that changed my life forever (accumuIated over a MiI) through my finance-mentor. I'm a single parent, bought my house in January and hoping to retire at 52 by next year.

[@sarahfletcher01]

sear ch the name, lf you care.

[@sarahfletcher01]

*Rebecca Martin Watson*

[@svenoliver6040]

l’m amazed to partake on this, lt has rekindled the fire to my goals.

[@alisha.k.a]

There was a time when I was at my lowest and your videos helped me. This is another such time. You reiterated everything I needed to hear. Thank you!

[@hocusthepocus]

I feel such a satisfaction from watching this, because that is EXACTLY how I've been feeling. This feeling like life is work and then prepping for going to work again and so what is the point at all? Now someone actually formulated these abstract thoughts and feelings for me! This is a great concept that activities mainly consist of maintaining ur life and improving or progressing ur life. I feel like I've dodged so many actually pleasant and rewarding tasks just to preserve time, energy and focus for life maintanance, so that I could survive work.

[@keshinitiwari5425]

I love vision boards. Its a quick, constant visual reminder of major goals to keep you on track. There is also the proposed manifestion aspect of it and helping to rewrite your subconscious.

[@sumankashyap5090]

This year I have also set some personal goals and these things really help me to wake up early and get excited for the day, feel positive all over the day .....✨ Thanks now I feel like I'm on the right track 😌

[@isalutfi]

Hi Ali! So happy as always for watching your content. Thank you for talking about time management as full timer.

[@samanthasossa]

For some reason whenever I feel down and want to get back on my feet KZbin recommends me your videos, for me you’re just like a really good friend that always has the right things to say. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@milagrosrazquin3709]

Wow! After the annual planning workshop that was amazing and your book that I read in one week, this video is exactly what I needed to keep going. Thank you so much Ali and team!

[@Bizcore25]

I literally did not have any idea about productivity or time management thing but you were the first person I watched about note taking and from there started watching about your works and genuinely trying to implement things like taking notes etc and thank you for your time.

[@dylanlyons6]

Productivity = intentionality…that’s all I needed to hear! Now I get it 🤯

[@editophobia_]

I can't thank you enough for what you just provided❤... I've been a person who embraces productivity, tries to do 50hrs of work in 24hrs and yet never get anything done....My finals are about to start in 4 days and all I need is the final revision to score good but I just wasn't able to get started i would make to-do list, Divide my days into time block but I just can't do anything when I tried to...I watched this video this morning and really loved the idea of intentionality and I tried to apply it like work when I have the intention to do it "not the feeling" and it worked man!! This is the first day I've got anything done and I'm not cursing myself for not getting anything done... I've been following you since a long time and this is what I needed to apply all the other knowledge you provided efficiently..... Thanks man ❤, I've finnally figured out productivity... I'm gonna read your book as soon as my finals are over.... You just saved my grades... I can't stop thanking you....

[@viralpatel380]

00:00 Learn foundational mindsets and philosophies for time management outside of your 9 to 5 job. 01:27 Time is our most valuable non-renewable resource. 04:31 Focus on priorities and avoid taking on too much. 06:11 Time management is about prioritization and saying no to low priority tasks. 09:02 Focus on things in order of priority to avoid regret and make right decisions early on. 10:40 Balancing work and personal life by setting goals and making progress outside of work. 13:59 Time management is about being intentional with every 15-minute block of time. 15:34 Intentionally using blocks of time for productivity 18:32 Managing time as a full-time worker 19:58 Set personal goals outside of work to make time management meaningful. Crafted by Merlin AI.

[@missphsyco527]

Thank you very much

[@ivankaivanova5561]

AMAZING! Thank you!

[@ArkansasPT]

Hey Ali! I look forward to this series! Here’s why. I’m a physical therapist. I work a “9-5” job and make good enough money for me. I have a 4 month old that I really want to spend time with and make memories with my family. It seems like every other “productivity guru” out here always makes it about side hustles and the “4-hour work week” style. I’m not looking to start a business or make more money. I just want to know what I need to do after the 9-5 in order to make the best of my time to feel rested, being in the moment, learning, and making memories with my family. I look forward to the rest of this series!

[@lidyaerickson1973]

Oh try non sleep deep rest or ndr on KZbin it's also called yoga nidra it's like reset of energy so maybe in your car before you step into the house or your break during work. And after of course just spend quality active participation with the family

[@ranjithaganesh6]

Ali, You are such a source of inspiration and the same time a huge sigh of relief after a long day. Thank you for all that you do. I even have started my own KZbin channel now thanks to one of the many lessons I've learnt from you.

[@veronicavids]

I've been procrastinating a lot this week and this video sparked somethings I needed to hear. Especially about using our time intentionally ☺️

[@RameshKumar-ng3nf]

I got very emotional watching this video 🙏 Each and every word you speak connects to our hearts ❤ and the reason to get emotiona is you have given a lot to the world over the years by all educational videos 🙏. I myself had lot of changes in my life watching your skillshare videos and youtube videos. God bless you Ali for helping everyone 🙏 and making changes in your lifes ❤

[@MbandiComposer]

Your emotional response speaks volumes about the impact of the content. It's remarkable how educational videos can touch hearts. Thank you for acknowledging the value it brings to the world. Would love to hear more about what resonated with you! 🙏❤️

[@gladyssantoso4029]

This video's really helping me so much. Thanks a lot, Ali! Your work impacting a lot of people to have a better life.

[@karinachow7748]

Felt called out so many times in this video... wanting to do all sorts of stuff, "flagellating" myself for procrastinating... this video was a great reminder to prioritise and look deeper behind the reasons of procrastination. Looking forward to videos 2 and 3 :)

[@jhoaaa]

I followed your 30 Days Productivity Challenge from your Newsletter at the start of the year and let me tell you, setting goals is truly the best way I've found to stay motivated and get things done. At some point we gotta stop living in autopilot and move toward something meaningful to you.

[@lavanya8176]

Best part for me was when he said Life maintenance is not the goal. How i separated my goals after hearing that one part really helped ! Thanks for this video !

[@user-jb3om3ws1j]

Hey Ali! A comment from Taiwan 🇹🇼. As a current high school student, I like trying and engaging new hobbies or activities such as learning languages, playing sports or keeping on school works. Through KZbin videos I recognize that you self learned and manifested many hobbies or goals you wanted, however, it’s never easy when the first difficulty kicked in when trying out new things. So Ali can you share or make a video related to overcoming the difficulties in life progression activities since those are the obstacles stopping me to take another step forward. Thanks Ali. Inspired by this KZbin content!

[@authenticreminderstamil397]

Thank you for sharing. This video resonates deeply with me, as it feels like a direct reflection of my own challenges in managing time outside of my regular 9 to 5 job.

[@favouriteeatsbyBushra]

"A big part of time management is about prioritization. It's about knowing what you want to say NO to, so that you have the time, energy and focus to say YES to what truly matters to you". 💯💯💯

[@andreszydlowski5546]

Thank you, Ali. You're still saving the lives.

[@josephakue623]

The waiting room will never be empty. Thank you, that is a turning point for me.

[@user-mo-po_podcast]

The best youtuber talk about productivity I Love so much your videos thanks Ali 😊

[@Norah-Hobbs]

Thank you, Ali! Loved watching this first thing in the morning. Happy to gain a wealth of knowledge from u! esp about life maintenance and life progression learning.

[@smugada]

This video relaxes me and conveys the message with great efficiency. It’s therapeutic for me. Thank you, Ali.

[@MajdalAlyouss]

You‘ve lately really stepped up your game. Much more value in these last videos. Thank you Ali

[@thejaideeparora]

Ali your content is so authentic and pure, that you're in your own league. And that is the best thing. Super useful and informative video. I'm gonna come back to this again, take notes, and take realtime actions.

[@Daisy-in4vq]

It's a joy watching this video. It's true that work is like a waiting room that never gets empty. I can't believe I have been blind to this all the time and beating myself up for it. Now I really want to give goals outside work a try.

[@jacindacampbell7993]

Ali stays ‘reading my mind’ this is exactly what’s needed for me 🥺

[@tanyo95]

Every once in a while, a video like this comes along, and I’m like: “wow this is gold”

[@Saw.phie.]

This video is awesome. Probably one of the best I've seen of you! I read your book and joined the workshop, but I'm very happy to be able to take something from this video as well.

[@TheMillennialGardener]

This is beautiful and inspiring. This is more proof that everyone can grow an incredible, thriving food forest in their backyard, no matter what the size or zone. Excellent work!

[@patolorde]

Thanks i needed this !! Respect for the full timers

[@wiggs7373]

So many pieces of practical wisdom in this that extend far beyond time management. Great video.

[@sonaliikhatrii]

One of the best videos, hands down 🙏 Thank you for dropping this gem

[@Brittanynmartin]

I love this approach Ali- especially the last section. I have gotten pretty good at not beating myself up when I can't get everything done since I'm a chronic overscheduler (but only after years of feeling guilty that I couldn't get to everything), but I've never really stepped back to look at the situation to figure out the root cause of why I'm not spending the time I have working on things I actually WANT to do and be proactive about how to correct it.

[@MohammedShahid-xz8vg]

Hey Ali! Your videos are providing me with the skills of time management and productivity. These skills are really useful to achieve a successful life. Thank you Ali!

[@musicaddict6015]

this is exactly the topic I was wishing someone would dig in and provide some insight!! Thank you Ali!

[@richhands5269]

My three favorite channels: Ali Abdaal, Stock Brotha, & How Money Works. Make my week complete! 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@brithegenius]

This was soooo good! Before I watched this video, this year I decided to do weekly checkups - what I did wrong and right and how to adjust instead of talking down on myself. Example I was late to work why because I went sleep late, then worked out late- so go to sleep earlier train yourself to wake up on time in order to fully workout and still have time for work. It’s simple but I applied this to every “failure” and it helps

[@as_below_so_above]

Having children makes time management so much more difficult, and when I do get time for myself, I'm often not motivated or energized enough to start doing the things I want to do. I'm just hoping it gets easier soon when they are a little older.

[@Dondillilochevrolet]

One thing you have to force yourself to do is work out. It benefits you to do more stuff and get the energy and stamina from it to do more when you do have the time. Start there

[@as_below_so_above]

Since posting my original comment, I have been diagnosed with ADHD, which could explain my tiredness and mental fatigue. I'm a couple of days into a new exercise regimen primarily to help me manage my ADHD. I hope to see my energy levels continue to increase.

[@churchoftheascensionblackh5353]

Enjoy the time with them now. Being with them is productive. They will be older soon enough. I wish I had focused a bit less on goals when my kids were young. Take the time each day for them, and for yourself. Goals can wait. I like Cal Newport's new book about Slow Productivity because it advises setting goals over 5 years. Today matters more than tomorrow. You may not get tomorrow.

[@jenlxdol]

The bucket analogy was fantastic! the life maintenance, and the life progression. I have been so focused on life progression and neglect life maintenance that I prioritize that and go back and forth. I need to sit down, "code" myself, and start organizing my calendar. thank you!

[@eddieg1994]

I love this video ! im so glad that there are people in life like you that keep others going and motivate us when it becomes so hard to motivate ourselves

[@Msrojo1004]

-Such a brilliant presenter. -Inspires and helps me a lot.

[@ahmednajeeb8601]

Ali !! I have been following you for years now, and I can tell you that this video is by far the best video I have ever watched on your channel. Thank you Doc. :)

[@anywiebs]

Thanks for highlighting intentionality in what we do and not the activities.

[@abdullahsesen3061]

One of the best videos I've watched this year.

[@meagandelrose]

You are creating and posting all the right videos when I need them most. Thank you Ali! 🙏🏼💭

[@favouriteeatsbyBushra]

You speak for a lot of us who are in the same boat! 💯

[@aprilsales7154]

Right on!

[@halameshmosh4687]

Never get bored listening to you while working on my "maintenance" job

[@The.Self.Learner]

Because of only Ali abdaal sir I open my KZbin and start a business, a KZbin channel and progress in my life. You are the only one I want to meet. ❤

[@BeingDrBernice]

I work as an ER Doctor and I absolutely apply the task prioritization skills that I've gained at work to making sure that my life outside of work is also fulfilling. I loved this video!

[@zactivitiesonly]

Yes, the definitions of being productive or not being productive that you gave or so affirming to me! Gold

[@gastronomee_]

felt this on so many levels. juggling being a full time student with a full-time job at a startup (so 9-5 is already out the window) and still working hard to make this youtube channel - my pride and joy - work. it's like working 120 hour weeks all at once! i know you had a similar past, ali - so i'm drawing a lot of inspiration from you and especially all the lessons you've shared since your med school days.

[@peters2533]

Hi, I'm in the exact same position as yours. Do you want to connect?

[@gastronomee_]

yes!@@peters2533

[@gastronomee_]

@@peters2533let’s!

[@11jorin]

Another master video from you Ali. "Treat Yourself like a Robot" - The reasoning and thought process behind this would stay with me for a very long long time. Thank you.

[@davemola2113]

A lot of what you say really hits home and resonates with me. And i can happily report that i consider myself on a good route of achieving some of the goals like "using my time intentionally" and working towards achievable goals. Excellent video, as usual. :)

[@TheScholarshipFunda]

With each video, you empower us to not only boost productivity but also cultivate a life rich in purpose and passion. Your dedication to sharing valuable insights is deeply appreciated!

[@amayramlew]

oh my god, SO HELPFUL!! thank you so much Ali!

[@Littlemouse_]

we shouldn’t be dismissive with “life maintenance tasks. These are things you do for you, it is everyday and mundane but it is something we should be appreciative. You cook for yourself, you get a nice nap and it is something beautiful you do for yourself. Something that many other’s in the world don’t have the privilege to do for themselves. The main three buckets you mentioned, besides health which is the very basic, there’s nothing for you. Yes you can love work, and relationships and people are what makes life wonderful but what are your goals for you as a person?? Do you wanna be more selfcompassionate? Do you wanna value yourself more, how can you practice self love? Not at work, not with others, not by keeping up with doctor appointments. We are not just productivity and goals, we have an internal world of thoughts and emotions that needs attention too.

[@reyliang8179]

love this content so much and found so many things that resonated with me. Thank you Ali!

[@abdulqudoosmusab9346]

I was struggling to manage all my college assignments and studies nowadays. This video came at the right time. Shokria Ali bhayi.

[@Bird2920]

I have had this mindset about technical work. The backlog of things fix, build, or automate will never be empty. The work will be there tomorrow. 9:03

[@Atlas_vit]

Awesome! Your videos are great and you truly are changing many people's lives.

[@user-do3gg6zb9g]

Time is so Valuable. Ali, You are the Best Man. Thank you

[@arkanaahmed]

Thanks Ali, We need more contents like this, thanks for the energy

[@melissah3772]

This might be my favorite video on youtube. It was informative, inspirational, motivating, and captivating. I work two jobs that I love, and I have started about one million hobbies that all interest me. On top of that, I have friends and a husband and a dog that I want to hang out with more. And yet, most days go by and I feel like I got nothing done. I seem to have a problem where I feel like 15 minutes (or even an hour in between work meetings) is not enough time to do anything, but maybe it's more than enough time to do /something/. Thank you!

[@willcranny]

This video was incredible mate. Best I’ve seen on the channel for a long time. Thank you! 🏆🙏🏼

[@aliabdaal]

thanks man :)

[@TomAlmonds]

Your research skills are absolutely brilliant - similar content (enough to build continuity) but not at all stale or repetitive.

[@FoysalSiamOfficial]

Your Videos Are SO Informative & Useful . Thanks for Quality Content

[@SiamBhaiBD]

Yes

[@siamfacts2]

You Are Right

[@GrandpasToon]

Really

[@FSToon]

Hmm

[@sobs1410]

Great pieces of advice, as always! Your robot analogy reminded me of something similar I thought about often... it's like when you have voice navigation on for directions while driving... n when you miss a turn or enter the wrong street the app doesn't start chastising you for being dumb enough to go the wrong way but simply works out the detour and redirects you to an alternate route... no judgments! So perhaps we could reprogram our self-talk to be that way..!

[@stevesimmons6500]

Great vid Ali welcome back!!

[@nailalouis]

I hated the idea to have a series of videos for one topic but this video is so packed with content that I am now very glad that there are different videos

[@karimgmir73]

This is the video that I ultimately needed. Thank you 😊

[@thesamuelnam]

I watched 1 Ali Abdaal video a year ago and pivoted my channel. This man is the goat in this niche.

[@Dannystarburst]

This is so timely! Thank you!

[@BigBadBirdie]

I loved this video Ali! One of my favorites to date!

[@zahrahasanpour8495]

I love your videos. This one was one of the bests! Thank you Ali!!

[@schitzoflink8612]

Im sure this is appropriate to the majority of people, but I wish there were more advice videos for people who have 10-12hr workdays. It's so much easier for me to accomplish things when I work 9-5, what I need help with is when it's up around 11hrs which it typically is.

[@thelifewithnate]

What I like about the 9-5 is the ability to fill in gaps during meetings and lunch with some personal, creative work and then just log off at the end of the day. If you get really lucky, you have no work, and you get paid to do those creative projects lol.

[@schitzoflink8612]

@@thelifewithnate yeah, as a UPS driver that is 100% the opposite of my job lol. So yeah I wish productivity KZbinrs took on the challenge of long hour jobs.

[@juliamaeloveless3393]

for sure because when the time is so limited it really is hard to factor in rest, as well as not wasting your life

[@mashallah3045]

I think the reason they don’t take these kinds of jobs on is because it’s simply not possible. Humans are not meant to work this much. Hell, a 9-5 is a lot for a person to do every day. I’m sorry you have to work such long hours. I hope you find a way to make that money while working less hours. You deserve to rest and the time to work on your own passions. We are not meant to be work horses like this.

[@frankagyare5999]

This is hands down one of his best video!!!

[@thesegunolaniyan]

Thank you for sharing this powerful information Ali

[@FrescoEnamya]

I love "the treating yourself like a system" thing. It gives a clear idea of why stuff doesn't work. Btw, your book is great. I am really enjoying reading it.

[@user-bh6ps3pt9i]

Such a great vdieo!! I can listen to you all day.

[@Sven_Loeffler]

Love it! I took notes and will apply this!

[@zainbm0hamad]

This video Seems like the trident method video Which was a game changer for me so i am very excited to watch it ❤

[@taylorjanegreen1]

Thank you so much for sharing all of your hard won wisdom, and caring so much about us to do so! So crazy when you get negative comments… you are pouring so much love and care into what you do. But of course darkness in some likes to take down the light in others.

[@thelifewithnate]

I am exasperated because this video hits me home directly. I work a full-time day job and I try to run two creative projects: my KZbin channel and the other project which focuses on international embassy and cultural events in the DC area. I am lucky that I do not have a significant other or kids so I can have a lot of excess time to dedicate to these projects. However, that being said, it is still a lot to do these two projects, work out consistently, and do a full-time job 40 hours a week. I am trying to zoom and focus on the big picture because down the line, if I can generate consistent side incomes from both of these, I can downgrade to a part-time job and enjoy life more! Cheers!

[@user-mo7kk8ml4q]

Tbh I have felt like a robot all my life but this video has helped me understand how to manage my time to help me feel more human. Thank to so much because I didn't know how to manage my time when revising for my exams.

[@sahnella]

Love this so much - thanks a lot for sharing ! ❤

[@maielavegavlog]

I needed this video 😢 Thank you❤

[@mangoesnbreadfruit01]

Thanks for this video! I'm working on improving my time management skills and implementing them.

[@CallMeQuietASMR]

The ‘Mindset of Intentionality’ part was such an a-ha moment for me! It’s something I’ve probably thought about but needed you to articulate it - thanks Ali 👏

[@himal_pillay]

I'm starting a new full time job and I'm about to do my honours in psychology part time. And honestly, I am only slightly worried if I'll manage it all. I'm sure things will be alright. Your tips are super helpful Ali. Thanks for making this video!

[@HeyPupushee]

this is gold✨

[@aliyazainab5611]

thank you, needed this.