Scott Kirby, CEO of United Airlines, is reshaping efficiency in the business world with a unique approach to managing his time and energy. He has clearly stated that sleep and reading are his top priorities, which is why he sleeps 8.5 hours every night and reads an average of two books a week.
Avoiding Unproductive Meetings
Kirby strongly avoids long and pointless meetings. Instead of sitting in endless meetings, he prefers to dedicate time for thinking and creativity. "If you want to send a presentation, send it to me in advance and then we will talk about it, but you are not going to read the slides to me," is a phrase that Kirby emphasizes. He dedicates only 4 hours a day to meetings on average, and he manages this time with a quick and conversational approach.
Work-Life Balance
The CEO of United Airlines also places great importance on balancing work and family life. He spends time with his seven children and, when possible, takes them to school and stays with them at bedtime. Kirby says about his time: "Sleep is my number one priority" and this approach helps him to present the best version of himself in every aspect of his life.
He also refers to social media and television as a waste of time and instead dedicates his time to reading various newspapers and magazines. He believes that reducing time spent on meetings and unnecessary activities allows individuals to have more creativity and ideation.
With these methods, Kirby is recognized as a successful role model in the business world and demonstrates how optimal management of time and energy can lead to great successes.
