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Why big changes happen when you focus on small improvements
Small things add up
Large, abstract goals are intimidating. This is why focusing on smaller areas for improvement can put us in control over our own development.
Instead of an abstract goal like "becoming a better manager", you could use an actionable step like, " I want to devote one hour a week to preparing more for my 1:1s with my team."
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Small wins compound over time
They make big goals seem manageable and achievable.
They also help you to move closer to where you want to be and a constant source of motivation.
Pair big goals with small wins
Do this to ensure daily progress and motivation.
Because big goals can be demotivating: that burst of excitement at the beginning quickly wears off. Small wins keep your eyes on the process, not the result and help you see the progress you're making.
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Multitasking is killing your productivity
44% of work distractions are self-inflicted and another 23% come from emails.
That means you have complete control to cut out (or at ...
Single-task benefits
- When you work on one thing at a time, you tend to work on the right things, because you have to plan your tasks.
- When you single-task you accomplish more in less time with less stress. Intentionally focusing on one task at a time has been proven the most efficient way to move through your to-do list.
Cut out distractions
- Turn off notifications or at least turn on priority notifications.The time and mental focus lost in attention-switching even for a second adds up throughout the day.
- Use two computers - one for doing work and productive things, the other to do unproductive work.
- Only keep one tab open at time.
It’s a concrete way to make sure that you’re only working on what you intentionally decided to be working on.
Use several separate desktop spaces as an alternative to one tab. One for communication, the other for different projects planned for the day.
Work offline whenever possible.
Schedule your email time.
Handle any emails that will take 2-minutes or less. Add everything else to your to-do list to focus on later.
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The 5-Hour Rule
The most successful, busy people in the world dedicate at least 5 hours a week to deliberate learning.
The 5-Hour Rule is the most critical practice we can all adopt for long-term career suc...
The Simple Math
It takes about 6,400 hours of class time and studying to get a 4-year degree. Assume that it takes you only 5,000 hours to master your field.
While you are happy that you've prepared for your profession, the knowledge you've learned is fast becoming outdated. We can safely assume that in 10 years, 50% of the facts in the field would be outdated. This means that for you, just to keep up in your current field, you'd need to learn 5 hours per week, 50 weeks a year.
Trends To Consider
When we consider the future of work, there are two trends we should keep a note of. They are:
- Half-life of knowledge
- Law of increasing learning