Managing Life Like a CEO | Faisal AlSamaani | TEDxRiyadh

Self-Management and Personal Development - The core message revolves around treating one's life with the same strategic planning, resource management, and meticulous execution as a successful company valued at $500 million [1] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of aligning personal values with actions and setting long-term goals, similar to how a CEO manages a company [1] - The concept of a "Personal Executive Management Model" is introduced, comprising four roles: CEO, CFO, Strategy Director, and Operations Director, each responsible for different aspects of personal life management [1] - The speaker highlights the need for self-awareness and identifying areas of life that are being neglected or mismanaged, drawing parallels to a company regularly reviewing its performance [1] - The importance of establishing systems for tracking progress, setting objectives (OKRs), and key performance indicators (KPIs) for personal goals is emphasized [1] Time Management and Productivity - The speaker shares a personal anecdote of discovering 33 hours per week wasted on unproductive activities and subsequently making a conscious decision to eliminate distractions [1] - The presentation advocates for dedicating 15 minutes weekly to prioritize tasks and allocate responsibilities, drawing a comparison to the returns on investment in a business context [1] Life Perspective and Value - The presentation prompts reflection on the inherent value of life, questioning whether individuals treat themselves with the same regard as a high-value company [1] - The average life expectancy in Saudi Arabia is presented as 4,111 weeks, with the speaker noting that over 2,400 weeks have already been spent, emphasizing the limited and precious nature of time [1]