The Currency of the Wealthy ~ TIME

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Published on: Feb 25, 2020
Updated On: July 15, 2025

 

They say time is money—but truthfully, time is more valuable than money. You can always earn more dollars, but you’ll never get back your hours. So the real question is: are you spending your time, or are you investing it?

This post is your wake-up call to stop glorifying “busy” and start designing your life around what actually matters. We’re diving deep into unconventional time hacks, powerful mindset shifts, and tools that help you multiply—not just manage—your time. Ready to feel like the CEO of your own schedule?


1. Why Time Is the True Currency of the Wealthy
No matter your background, privilege, or career—every person has the same 24 hours. What separates those who thrive from those who feel stuck isn’t hustle—it's how they choose to spend their time.

  • Time is your one non-renewable resource—spend it wisely

  • The wealthy don't just work hard; they invest time in systems that free them later

  • It's not about doing more, it's about doing what matters most

💡 Instead of asking “How can I do it all?”, ask: “What can I delegate, defer, or delete?”


2. The Video That Changed Everything: The Productivity Funnel
🎥 Watch: Procrastinate on Purpose – Rory Vaden’s Productivity Funnel

Key takeaways:

  • Multiply your time by investing in tasks that will pay you back later

  • Stop reacting to every urgency and start prioritizing based on impact

  • Rich in time = rich in freedom.

This isn’t just theory—it’s a life reframe. Your future self will thank you for every minute you protect now.


3. The Tool I Use Daily: Bullet Journaling for Intentional Living
Bullet journaling isn't just artsy fluff—it’s a simple, customizable system to reclaim your day and your priorities.

Why it works:

  • Helps you clarify your goals

  • Keeps your tasks focused on your vision (not just busywork)

  • Gets everything out of your head and into action

Set up your journal in a way that serves you—not perfection, just purpose. Make it yours. Revisit it daily. If it’s not on the page, it’s probably not happening.

Want some guidance: 


4. Podcast Wisdom for Entrepreneurs & Intentional Creators
🎧 Listen: Top Productivity Tips from The Bigger Pockets Business Podcast

Favorite gems:

  • Focus on PIE: Personal growth, Impact, Energy

  • Fear-setting is more powerful than goal-setting

  • Turn your “To-Do” list into a “Success” list

  • Apply the 80/20 Rule to everything

  • Automate and document tasks—stop reinventing the wheel

  • Don’t just build a business. Build a life.

Books mentioned:

  • Start with Why by Simon Sinek

  • The One Thing by Gary Keller

  • The E-Myth by Michael Gerber

  • Essentialism by Greg McKeown

  • Stillness Is the Key by Ryan Holiday

  • The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer


Closing Thoughts 
Time is your greatest asset, not your enemy. Whether you're building a business, healing from burnout, or just craving more presence in your life—what you do with your minutes matters more than ever.

👉 Want more tools to reclaim your energy, time, and alignment? Explore our Intentional Living Vault for free planners, quizzes, and rituals to help you design a life that feels as good as it looks.