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GREG MCKEOWN

Essentialism isn’t about how to get more things done; it’s about how to get the right things done

GREG MCKEOWN

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1. The Essentialist Mindset

1. The Essentialist Mindset

  • Focus only on what truly matters.
  • Eliminate the non-essential to make space for what adds value.
  • Think quality over quantity in every aspect of life.

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2. Choose Wisely: Say No to Good Opportunities

2. Choose Wisely: Say No to Good Opportunities

  • Saying yes to everything spreads you too thin.
  • Learning to say no helps protect your time and energy.
  • Not every opportunity is worth pursuing—only the ones that align with your core values.

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3. The Power of Focus

3. The Power of Focus

  • Concentrating on one thing leads to greater success.
  • Multitasking dilutes your energy and focus.
  • Deep focus on essential tasks creates the most meaningful results.

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4. Focus on What Matters Most (and Skip the Rest!)

4. Focus on What Matters Most (and Skip the Rest!)

  • Essentialism is about doing less but better.
  • When you prioritize the right tasks, you achieve more in less time.
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GREG MCKEOWN

You cannot have it all. You must choose carefully.

GREG MCKEOWN

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5. Trade-Offs Are Necessary

5. Trade-Offs Are Necessary

  • You can’t do everything; choose your battles.
  • Making trade-offs means making hard decisions.
  • Each choice involves saying no to something else, so make those choices count.

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6. Eliminate the Unimportant

6. Eliminate the Unimportant

  • Clear out distractions and tasks that don’t contribute to your goals.
  • The less clutter, the more space for what matters.
  • It’s about creating room for clarity and focus.

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7. Create Space to Think

7. Create Space to Think

  • Time for reflection is as important as time for work.
  • Scheduling downtime lets your mind recharge and come up with new ideas.
  • Set aside time each day to think without interruptions.

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8. Disciplined Pursuit of Less

8. Disciplined Pursuit of Less

  • Achieve more by doing fewer things, but doing them better.
  • Focus on long-term goals rather than short-term distractions.
  • Build habits that support a focused, essentialist lifestyle.

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9. Learn to Be Relentless About Focus

9. Learn to Be Relentless About Focus

  • Say no to unnecessary commitments without guilt.
  • People may pressure you, but don’t let external expectations control you.
  • Be disciplined about your boundaries and protect your time.

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10. The Power of Living with Intent

10. The Power of Living with Intent

  • Live life with purpose and clear intentions.
  • Regularly assess if your actions align with your most important goals.
  • With intentionality, you’ll create a life that truly reflects your values.

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GREG MCKEOWN

If you don’t prioritize your life, someone else will.

GREG MCKEOWN

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