Achieve More by Doing Less: Insights from Joe O'Connor

Are you tired of the relentless grind and looking for a way to boost productivity while working fewer hours? Join Milena on the Unhustle Podcast as she interviews Joe, an expert in reduced work time strategies, to uncover transformative insights on how working less can actually help you achieve more. This episode dives deep into the benefits of a four-day work week, highlighting real-world success stories from companies like Unilever and the Ross firm. Joe explains why some leaders resist the idea and offers practical advice for both organizations and individuals to improve work-life balance. Discover personal strategies to protect your time, tackle burnout, and embrace innovative approaches like generative AI. Joe also shares his own work habits and tips for making the most of your time off. If you're an exhausted professional or a leader aiming to enhance productivity without sacrificing well-being, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to learn how you can create a healthier, happier, and more productive work environment. 00:00 Introduction to the Unhustle Podcast 00:22 Success Stories of Reduced Work Time 03:00 Challenges and Pushbacks 05:49 Reframing Burnout and Productivity 07:20 Practical Tips for Individuals 13:23 Customizing Work Time Reduction 21:37 Future of Work and AI 25:42 Reflection and Planning for 2025 28:09 Conclusion and Farewell UNHUSTLE Podcast Host: MILENA REGOS  Milena Regos is the founder of the Unhustle Movement, championing a revolutionary approach to success without sacrifice. As a former digital marketer who built multiple businesses, she experienced firsthand the toll of hustle culture – and discovered a different way forward. Milena guides entrepreneurs, CEOs, and leaders break free from burnout and create sustainable success through harmony-based living. Her methodology combines cutting-edge performance science with practical wisdom, helping clients achieve greater impact with less stress. Milena's transformative message has reached global audiences through the World Economic Forum and Wisdom2.0. Her work has earned praise from Arianna Huffington (who calls Unhustle "amazing") and top Apple podcaster Christopher Lochhead (who deems it "legendary"). She's been featured on CNN, NPR, and Deloitte's WorkWell podcast, among other major media outlets. Through her coaching programs, speaking, and the Unhustle podcast, Milena is pioneering a new paradigm of achievement—one that prioritizes wellbeing, intentional living, and conscious leadership. Subscribe to the Unhustle Podcast on ⁠iTunes⁠. MORE ABOUT THE UNHUSTLE MOVEMENT A revolution for leaders who dare to redefine success. Founded in 2018, the Unhustle Movement is challenging the status quo of exhausting hustle culture. We believe that true success flows from harmony, not burnout. That peak performance comes from working smarter, not longer. That leadership excellence emerges from wellbeing, not sacrifice. Our mission is to pioneer a human-centric future of work – one where success and sustainability coexist, where conscious leadership drives innovation, and where ambitious professionals thrive without compromising their health or happiness. Join the movement of forward-thinking leaders who are creating a new paradigm of achievement. One that honors our humanity, cultivates wellbeing, and delivers remarkable results through reasonable means. Unhustle. Because success shouldn't cost your soul. JOIN THE UNHUSTLE MOVEMENT Get weekly insights on breaking free from hustle culture and creating sustainable success. Join 1000s of leaders across 49 countries who are redefining achievement. 📧 WEEKLY NEWSLETTER (FREE) → https://unhustle.com/newsletterhttps://unhustle.com/newsletter 🌟 THE UNHUSTLE COLLECTIVE → community.unhustle.com CONNECT & FOLLOW ▪️ Instagram: @unhustle ▪️ LinkedIn: Unhustle ▪️ YouTube: @unhustle ▪️ TikTok: @unhustlemovement --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unhustle/support