Ever feel paralyzed by an overwhelming to-do list? In this episode, Rahul shares a powerful concept that's helped him tackle massive projects without the stress: focusing on just 6 inches in front of your face.

Drawing from Al Pacino's famous speech and backed by cognitive psychology, he'll show you how tiny, immediate steps lead to extraordinary results. Stop chasing miles and start mastering inches.

Topics Covered

• Why focusing on small, immediate steps reduces overwhelm
• The science of cognitive overload and why multitasking fails
• How "chunking" breaks down large tasks into manageable actions
• Harvard Business Review research on achievable goals and burnout prevention
• The marathon runner mindset: focusing on the next step, not the finish line
• Why consistency beats perfection in achieving big goals
• Practical strategies for identifying your immediate next action

Important Links

• Personal Website: rahulgoyal.co
• Newsletter (JustDraft): rahulgoyal.co/justdraft
• Book (The Clarity Playbook): rahulgoyal.co/the-clarity-playbook
• Travel & Photography: RGWords.com

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Ever feel like you've watched a thousand tutorials but still can't seem to execute?

In this episode, Rahul shares a powerful story about cracking eggs that perfectly captures why consuming content doesn't equal real learning.

Discover the gap between knowing and doing, why we mistake watching for learning, and practical steps to finally bridge that gap.

If you've ever binged productivity videos but felt no more productive, or watched business tutorials without taking action, this episode will change how you approach learning forever.

Topics Covered

• The "Cracking Eggs" story from Shaan Puri and what it teaches us
• Why consuming content isn't the same as real learning
• How to pick one thing and go all in
• Why you don't need to be a pioneer to succeed
• Starting before you feel ready: embracing imperfect action
• The difference between knowledge and transformation
• Practical strategies to move from observation to execution

Important Links

• Original Newsletter: Learn by Doing, Not Just Watching
• Personal Website & Blog: rahulgoyal.co
• Newsletter (JustDraft): rahulgoyal.co/justdraft
• Book (The Clarity Playbook): rahulgoyal.co/the-clarity-playbook
• Travel & Photography: RGWords.com

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• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rahulgoyalco
• Instagram: @rahulgoyalco

Ever feel completely drained after a day of back-to-back meetings? In this episode, I explores why those small 5-minute gaps between meetings might be the most important part of your workday.

Learn the science behind why our brains need these micro-breaks, discover practical ways to use these moments intentionally, and understand how top executives use this simple strategy to stay sharp and energised.

Whether you're in virtual meetings all day or juggling a packed schedule, this episode will change how you think about those precious minutes between calls.

Topics Covered

• Why back-to-back meetings drain your mental energy
• The science behind cognitive performance and breaks
• How the Pomodoro Technique applies to meeting schedules
• Practical ways to use 5-minute gaps intentionally
• How top executives preserve mental energy
• Creating sustainable work rhythms for long-term productivity
• The connection between well-being and leadership effectiveness

Important Links

• Prefer reading than listening
• Personal Website & Blog: rahulgoyal.co
• Newsletter (JustDraft): rahulgoyal.co/justdraft
• Book (The Clarity Playbook): rahulgoyal.co/the-clarity-playbook
• Travel & Photography: RGWords.com

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• Twitter/X: x.com/rahulgoyalco
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rahulgoyalco
• Instagram: @rahulgoyalco