In "The Ultimate Sales Machine," Chet Holmes offers a streamlined time management system focused on maximizing productivity and minimizing distractions by implementing several key strategies. These include the "touch it once" rule, which advises handling emails only when they can be immediately addressed, thus reducing interruptions. Holmes suggests making daily lists of six significant tasks, ensuring each is realistically planned within a specific time slot to avoid Parkinson's Law, which states that tasks expand to fill the time available. By allocating precise time slots, individuals can manage emergencies, meetings, and personal activities effectively. Prioritizing difficult tasks in the morning when energy levels are higher aligns with the philosophy of tackling the hardest challenges first to set a successful tone for the day. Holmes also advocates for a decluttered lifestyle, encouraging the disposal of unnecessary items and the use of digital tools like Dropbox or Evernote for essential notes, all to maintain control and efficacy in time management.