When time is tight and demands keep growing, how do you actually “do more with less”? In this episode, Eric and Mike dive into the daily pressures solo marketers face and share real-world strategies for reclaiming bandwidth. From identifying what truly moves the needle to using AI for micro-efficiencies, minimizing meetings, and learning when to just stop doing certain things (yes, even the fun ones), this conversation blends practical tactics with an honest look at the trade-offs required to stay effective—and sane. Whether you're navigating chaos or considering outside help, this one’s a roadmap for doing less, better.

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00:41 Discussing Bandwidth Challenges

02:32 Small Steps to Increase Efficiency

05:10 Leveraging AI for Productivity

14:16 The Role of Meetings in Productivity

16:11 Questioning Organizational Norms

18:17 Embracing Chaos in Workflows

20:48 Making Strategic Decisions to Optimize Time

23:04 Evaluating Your Goals and Tasks

23:33 The Challenge of Letting Go

24:46 Finding Joy in Your Work

25:16 Dealing with External Requests

28:58 Using Data to Make Decisions

32:59 Seeking Help and Delegating Tasks

41:28 Building Systems Around Chaos

42:46 Conclusion and Takeaways