Bicycle Time Management Framework

The Bicycle Framework is a sequential approach to time management and goal achievement, designed to help people pursue ambitious goals more effectively. Here's a breakdown of the framework:

Overview

• Metaphor: Cross-country bike journey represents pursuing audacious goals
• Purpose: Make goal achievement more efficient and enjoyable
• Created by: Steph Smith as part of her "Doing Time Right" course

Framework Components

1. Strategy (Laying out the map)

   • Define clear goals and objectives
   • Anticipate potential obstacles
   • Plan the most effective route to your destination

2. Elimination

   • Remove unnecessary tasks and distractions
   • Cut out "detours" that don't contribute to your main goal
   • Lighten your metaphorical load for the journey

3. Automation

   • Implement systems to handle repetitive tasks
   • Metaphor: Getting an electric bike to make the journey easier
   • Focus on leveraging technology to increase efficiency

4. Delegation

   • Assign tasks to others who can handle them better
   • "More badass version of automation" using human intelligence
   • Metaphor: Upgrading to the best electric bike on the market

Key Principles

• Sequential approach: Follow steps in order for best results
• Focus on high-impact activities
• Reduce unnecessary effort and distractions
• Leverage technology and other people's skills

Practical Application

• Example: Expiring to-dos
  • Automatically remove low-priority tasks after a set time (e.g., 30 days)
  • Prevents endless, overwhelming to-do lists
  • Uses psychology to manage task prioritization

Expected Outcome

• More enjoyable pursuit of ambitious goals
• Increased efficiency and effectiveness
• Better work-life balance
• Metaphor: "Smelling flowers" during your journey instead of constant struggle