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How do you stay focused on one thing?

So many projects to do. How do you stay focused on the main thing you do without "the next big thing" derailing you?

on April 6, 2022
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    Is it truly one thing? Or is it a lot of little things put together? When I get tired of working on a portion of my project, I work until I hit a good checkpoint, and then pivot to another part of the project. Almost like productive procrastination

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    Struggle with this a lot myself.

    My best approach has been to just consistently check-in (2x a week) and reflect on my goals and values. Then I make sure I always prioritize the most important work first.

    Framework for determining what is most important:

    • Is it needed? What would happen if I don't do it?
    • Is it time sensitive? What if it is delayed?
    • Does it actually align with my values?

    By doing a bit more upfront planning, it takes out the guesswork when I am considering working on a shiny new thing.

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