Chapter 3
Reflecting and planning ahead
“Well begun is half done.”
– Aristotle
Adopt time blocking for enhanced focus
Schedule dedicated time blocks for specific tasks, minimizing distractions and increasing productivity.
Allocate 9 am to 11 am exclusively for creative work without interruptions.
Implement the Eisenhower matrix
Prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance, allowing you to focus on high-impact activities.
Categorize your to-do list into four quadrants to decide what to do now, schedule, delegate, or eliminate.
Leverage Parkinson’s Law
Recognize that work expands to fill the time available.
Set tighter deadlines to increase efficiency.
Give yourself one hour to complete a task that normally takes two, boosting focus and productivity.
Use Mind Mapping for creative planning
Visualize complex ideas and their connections to enhance understanding and generate innovative solutions.
Create a mind map to organize and connect ideas for a new project.
Apply the GTD methodology (Getting Things Done)
Capture, clarify, organize, reflect, and engage with tasks systematically.
Use a trusted system to record all tasks, freeing your mind to focus on execution.
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