Chapter 60

Case Studies in Automation

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Maria: The Overwhelmed Executive

Before: - 2 hours daily on trivial decisions - Constant decision fatigue by noon - Poor eating choices when depleted - Work performance suffering

Automation Strategy: - Personal uniform (10 mix-and-match pieces) - Meal delivery service for lunch - Sunday meal prep for dinners - Morning routine automated - Digital boundaries established

Results: - 90 minutes daily reclaimed - Energy for strategic work improved - Lost 15 pounds without "dieting" - Promoted within 6 months

James: The Scattered Entrepreneur

Before: - Jumping between projects constantly - No consistent daily patterns - Decision paralysis on small things - Big projects neglected

Automation Strategy: - Time-blocked daily schedule - Automated business workflows - Virtual assistant for routine decisions - Capsule wardrobe - Meal subscription service

Results: - Launched two new products - Revenue increased 40% - More time with family - Stress levels dramatically reduced

Alex: The Perfectionist Parent

Before: - Agonizing over every child-related choice - Meal planning taking hours weekly - Morning chaos with three kids - No personal time

Automation Strategy: - Kids' clothes organized by day - Breakfast rotation posted - Activity schedule fixed - Chore charts automated rewards - Babysitter schedule recurring

Results: - Mornings 75% smoother - 5 hours weekly reclaimed - Started exercising again - Kids thriving with consistency