From 90‑hour restaurant weeks to running a LinkedIn‑ads agency on his terms, Justin Rowe learned that the ultimate growth hack is guarding your calendar. He and Jolie trade stories on saying “no,” building in public without burning out, and why valuing yourself beyond a job title is the most underrated business strategy on the internet. Key Takeaways• Time is your scarcest currency—budget it like cash• Protected “offline” blocks fuel clearer thinking (and kinder leadership)• Saying no creates leverage; desperate yeses drain it• Lead with strengths, outsource the rest—startup superpower unlocked• Culture = integrity + flexibility; you can teach tactics, not character Timestamps00:00 – Intro: burnout, boundaries & the invisible string theory02:59 – From kitchen chaos to calendar control06:02 – Time management tips when everything feels urgent09:01 – High‑pressure roles & remembering “we’re not saving lives”12:07 – Building in public: spotlight or stressor?17:53 – Leverage 101: the art of a strategic “no”29:09 – Hiring for integrity, training for skills35:31 – Designing a workday that guards mental health40:04 – Self‑worth > salary bands: redefining success44:29 – Invisible strings, lucky breaks & networking serendipity LinksLearn more about JustinLearn more about Jolie Learn more about Revenue Mind