Step into Episode 162 of On the Delo as David DeLorenzo reveals why he deleted email from his phone and how reclaiming his time transformed his daily life. In this episode, Delo recounts discovering that constant email notifications had become thieves of his focus and sanity, prompting him to embrace essentialism, unsubscribe from digital clutter, and compartmentalize his schedule to restore balance.
Discover practical strategies for setting firm boundaries with technology, prioritizing meaningful work, and regaining control over your day—all while maintaining professional excellence and personal fulfillment.
Explore Delo’s insights on taking back your time from email thieves, the power of essentialism to simplify your digital life, and actionable tips like unsubscribing relentlessly, time blocking, disabling distractions, and the art of the graceful no. Whether you’re overwhelmed by a flooded inbox or seeking to better prioritize your life, this episode offers relatable stories and pragmatic advice for optimizing productivity and preserving your peace of mind.
Chapter Guide (Timestamps):
(0:00 - 4:47) Introduction: Why I Deleted Email Off My Phone (4:48 - 6:29) Essentialism Book: Discipline Pursuit of Less (6:30 - 10:07) Instant Email: Convenience and Consequences (10:08 - 15:35) Inbox Overload: Unsubscribing and Simplifying (15:36 - 20:54) Time Blocking and Boundaries: Turning Off Notifications (20:55 - 27:07) The Power of No and Uncommit: Setting Boundaries (27:08 - 30:05) Closing Thoughts and Upcoming Guests
This episode is packed with personal anecdotes, practical strategies, and empowering takeaways for mastering your inbox and elevating your productivity. Whether you’re a busy professional or simply looking to reduce digital noise, tune in for inspiration and motivation to set healthier boundaries with technology.
🔥 Ready to take your life to the next level? Hit SUBSCRIBE, drop a COMMENT with your thoughts, and SHARE this video with anyone looking to optimize their lifestyle.
LINKS- 🔗 Connect with DELO: https://linktr.ee/iamthedelo 📘 Facebook: https://facebook.com/IAmTheDelo 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamthedelo 📌 LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/daviddelorenzo1 📚 Grab DELO’s Free eBook: https://iamthedelo.com/3f-method-book 💡 Free Built Different Community: https://linktr.ee/builtdifferentmastermind “You weren’t built to fit in. You were built different.” 💥
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
The Joe Rogan Experience
The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Special Summer Offer: Exclusively on Apple Podcasts, try our Dateline Premium subscription completely free for one month! With Dateline Premium, you get every episode ad-free plus exclusive bonus content.