High performers often pride themselves on their ability to grind—but at what cost?
Andrew Hartman knows this story firsthand. As a scaling COO, he pushed himself to the breaking point, sacrificing his health, relationships, and sense of presence until burnout forced a change. That journey led Andrew and his wife, Kelly, to create Time Boss, a system designed to help leaders and teams run at their highest sustainable pace.

In this conversation with host Kristyn Drennen, Andrew shares:

• His personal story of stress-induced health struggles and how burnout reshaped his career.
• Why “time is cash, not credit” and how leaders should budget it wisely.
• The simple weekly practices that unlock clarity, focus, and productivity.
• Why personal commitments like workouts, date nights, and family time must be non-negotiable.
• How companies can set healthy communication norms to reduce chaos and increase deep work.

Kristyn and Andrew also dive into practical takeaways—how to stop letting your inbox run your day, how to reframe your calendar as a reflection of your values, and why leaders must move beyond tolerating life to choosing the life they want.

Whether you’re a visionary business owner, an overwhelmed executive, or simply someone who wants to reclaim their time, this episode will leave you with tools and encouragement to step into a new way of working and living.

Key Highlights

• Andrew’s raw story of burnout and recovery.
• The danger of “sprinting a marathon” in leadership.
• Why personal commitments should be treated like fixed costs.
• The Time Boss system: backlog, calendar, and daily list.
• Practical tips to reset, recover, and lead with clarity.

Links & Resources

• Learn more about Time Boss: https://timeboss.us
• Connect with Andrew Hartman on LinkedIn: Andrew Hartman LinkedIn
• Watch the free Time Boss Masterclass: https://timeboss.us/masterclass

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