Write everything down

Write everything down

We all know how fallible our brains can be yet we routinely trust ourselves to remember and follow through on things.

If it’s important, write it down. Reminders, post-its, and calendars are all good tools.

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How To Be Efficient: Dan Ariely's 6 New Secrets To Managing Your Time

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