TIME MANAGEMENT GUIDE
the moderately motivated man’s guide to time management
Declutter your days and win back your time
(without trying too hard)
The first guide in the Moderately Motivated Man series is here. The critics love it. So will you. RECOMMENDED by the US Review of Books.
about tHE book
The Moderately Motivated Man’s Guide to Time Management is for guys who want to take control of their time — without turning their lives into a color-coded spreadsheet.
You’ll learn how to focus on what really matters, set priorities that stick, and finally feel like you’re running your schedule instead of reacting to it.
It’s practical, down-to-earth, and written for real men with real lives — not productivity robots.
In this book, you’ll discover how to:
Take charge of your time without burning out.
Choose what matters — not just what’s next.
Build habits that support your goals.
Learn to say “no” to things that you don’t want to do.
Defeat procrastination and create a rhythm that fits your life.
free bonus: time management toolkit
Download the free Moderately Motivated Man’s Time Management Toolkit — a quick, practical resource to help you declutter your days right now. It’s a 16-page PDF that includes 10 quick ways to win back your time. Oh, and it’s absolutely FREE.
You’ll also get early updates about the upcoming books in the MMM series.
Blurbs from The Moderately Motivated Man’s Guide to time management:
Progress beats perfection. Small, scrappy actions—sending the imperfect email, doing ten push-ups, cleaning one drawer—build the momentum that perfectionism kills. Progress compounds. Perfection paralyzes. (From Chapter 1, Embrace Time’s Limits)
Living reactively feels productive—answering pings, attending optional meetings, tackling low-value busywork—but it leaves you drained and unfulfilled. Intentional living isn’t about intensity; it’s about small, deliberate choices that align your time with what truly matters. (From Chapter 2, Choose What Matters, Not What’s Next)
Most procrastination isn’t about discipline. It’s about dodging discomfort. That thing you keep putting off probably stirs up confusion, fear, or frustration. The trick isn’t to wait for motivation—it’s to lower the bar, shrink the task, and start before your brain can panic. (From Chapter 5, Beat Procrastination)
You don’t need more hours. You need fewer distractions, fewer guilt trips, fewer unnecessary commitments. Protecting your time isn’t selfish—it’s the only way to build the life you actually want. (From Chapter 6, Protect Your Precious Time)
Anchor habits are the everyday things you already do—brushing your teeth, making coffee, checking email. Stack new habits onto those anchors, and you’ve built a routine that runs on autopilot. (From Chapter 7, Build Habits That Bend, Not Break)
Your Time Reflects Who You Are. The way you spend your hours is a mirror of your values. Even small, consistent choices cast votes for the kind of man you want to become. (From Chapter 9, Become Your Best Self)
From The Moderately Motivated Man’s Guide to Time Management: Declutter Your Days and Win Back Your Time (Without Trying Too Hard). © 2025 Rick Resnick and The Husband School
ABOUT THE SERIES: SMART HELP, NO HYPE
Our mantra is simple: Get Better at Life — Without Trying Too Hard.
The Moderately Motivated Man series is built for regular guys who want to take control of their time, habits, and mindset — without buying into the 4 a.m. miracle routines or burnout culture. Each book offers practical strategies, relatable stories, and a touch of humor to keep things human.
We’re here to help men make steady, sustainable progress in the areas that matter most — work, relationships, health, and focus — one realistic step at a time.
Here’s our launch schedule: Time Management (March 2026), Habits (May 2026), Money (September 2026). Coming up after those: Fitness, Mental Health, Careers, Leadership, and more. Sign up for book release updates!