How To Do a Brain Dump

A list of tasks you simply don't do: You delete them, delegate them, outsource them or simply say no when they try to find their way on your to-do list:

• Things you want to say no
• Distractions from being productive
• Regular tasks you can delete, de...

1. Define your goals and write them down.
2. Break those goals down into tasks.
3. Break those tasks down into the smallest possible subtasks.
4. Prioritize your tasks, and delete/delegate tasks you don't need to do.
5. Schedule time on your calendar every single day, ideall...

1. Write down all your tasks.
2. Identify what’s urgent and what’s important. After each task, mark them with “U” for Urgent and “I” for Important. 
3. Assess value: look at your “I” tasks and identify the high-value drivers of your work. You want to find which ta...