Examples of open loops
Once some people complete their to-do list, they add more work. This is a dangerous move that can sabotage your productivity.
Sources of open loops:
- Studying. Do you have a specific list of learning activities, or do you just "study"?
- Exercising. Do you follow a workout, or do you just exercise?
- Work. Do you work from 9-5, or do you finish a list?
- Writing. Do you write in hours, or number of words?
- Communication. Do you speak when it's important, or just of fill dead air?
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