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#9 Delegate the Non-Essential

By focusing on what you do best and delegating the rest, you optimize your productivity.

To delegate efficiently, make sure you choose the right person for the job. Be very specific about the finished product (the output) and provide clear step-by-step instructions on how to complete the task.

Invest in trading your money for time when the time it takes you to complete a task is more expensive than paying someone.

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