Focus on one big thing

I used to make long to-do lists and feel guilty about not completing them.

Now, I structure my to-do list as follows:

One big thing

Less important thing

Less important thing

If I finish my one big thing, then my day is a success. To find it, I use this matrix:

The Eisenhower matrix

This matrix does have one flaw. From my experience... See more

Why does it work? -It's simple enough to actually work.*Complexity is often a weakness because it makes it harder to get back on track.-It forces you to make tough decisions. Prune your deas and trim away everything that isn't absolutely necessary. Basically, if you commit to nothing, you'll be distracted by everything.-It removes the fri... See more