Do It

Combine simple tasks, like listening to educational podcasts while doing chores.

Limit meetings to 15 or 30 minutes with a clear agenda.

If you think of a great idea but don’t have time to explore it, write it down in your 'Idea Parking Lot' for later.

Set time limits for decisions—short for small choices, longer for major ones.

Use voice commands to set reminders. It's like having a conversation with a friend who remembers everything for you, ensuring you won’t forget important tasks.

Organize your tasks into four categories using the Eisenhower Box: urgent, important, not urgent, and not important.

Schedule specific times to check your messages and emails.

Identify one or two tasks you do daily that can be automated. Set up automation and track how much time you save over a week.

Handle emails immediately—reply, delete, file, or set a task.

Group similar tasks and do them together.

Tackle the hardest task first thing in the morning.

Pay attention to when you feel most awake and tackle the hardest tasks then. Do lighter work when you feel less energetic.

If a task takes less than two minutes, do it right away.

Make educated guesses about what might improve your life and test them out.

Imagine different scenarios to explore potential outcomes and plan accordingly.

Incorporate random 10-second pauses during your learning or practice sessions.

Incorporate random and intermittent rewards to maintain high motivation levels.

After a study session, take a short rest using a Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR) technique like a brief nap or guided relaxation.

To increase your focus before starting a task, stare at a point on a wall, screen, or object for 30-60 seconds.

Schedule hard mental work during the 1–4 hours after waking up in the morning. Engage in moderate-intensity exercise before starting your deep work to increa…

Use binaural beats at a 40 hertz frequency if you’re struggling to focus. White noise can also be effective, but silence is best if possible.

Adopt a specific dress code or outfit that you wear when working to help you feel more focused and productive.