5 Most Important Investments for Your Time in 2026
We cannot manage the clock—we can only manage our thoughts, our attitudes, and our daily actions.
What you choose to invest your time in will shape who you become, the influence you carry, and how others see you.
Busyness isn’t a sign of success. It’s usually the result of one thing: saying yes too often, to too many things, for too long.
Successful leaders don’t just spend time. They invest it—with intention, clarity, and courage.
Final Thought:
There is a quiet power that comes from realizing you hold the pen to your own story.
2026 is not just another year—it’s another chance to invest in what matters most, to lead from a full heart, and to build a life that feels alive with intention.
Live intentionally. Lead courageously. Invest wisely.
— Steve
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About the Author
Steve Gutzler is the President of Leadership Quest, a premier leadership development company based in Scottsdale. As a dynamic and highly sought-after speaker, Steve has delivered over 2,500 impactful presentations to renowned organizations such as Microsoft, Starbucks, the Seattle Seahawks, Spotify, Boeing, Cisco, Starwood Hotels, Ritz-Carlton, and the U.S. Department of Commerce.
A published author and thought leader on leadership and emotional intelligence, Steve lives near Scottsdale with his wife, Julie. Together, they cherish time spent with their three adult children and six grandchildren.
