My rule of living is that you have fully understand "the mess" before you can make meaning out of it and overcome it. I try to know myself well and embrace the mess & stress that comes along, because every mess is a great chance to add meaning to my life! I have a blog called "making meaning from mess" :)
My rule of living is that you have fully understand "the mess" before you can make meaning out of it and overcome it. I try to know myself well and embrace the mess & stress that comes along, because every mess is a great chance to add meaning to my life! I have a blog called "making meaning from mess" :)
Hi Paul, for me 'defining the next action' crucial to keeping momentum and moving your projects forward. Whether reviewing emails, at the end of a meeting, one to one conversations simply by asking 'what is the next action here' I found it really powerful and helpful for everyone, provides clarity and helps maintain focus. If you currently do not use this technique I recommend everyone trying it for a day and enjoy the difference! I have read a ton of productivity books and techniques over many years not sure who I can credit this to - possibly Dave Allen, getting things done?? Hope this helps!
Hi Paul, for me 'defining the next action' crucial to keeping momentum and moving your projects forward. Whether reviewing emails, at the end of a meeting, one to one conversations simply by asking 'what is the next action here' I found it really powerful and helpful for everyone, provides clarity and helps maintain focus. If you currently do not use this technique I recommend everyone trying it for a day and enjoy the difference! I have read a ton of productivity books and techniques over many years not sure who I can credit this to - possibly Dave Allen, getting things done?? Hope this helps!
The rule I (almost) always follow is, "Write out key categories that support meaningful living and, once a month, assess progress against them and determine what you need more of and less of in the coming month. In doing this consider intention (individual, collective), action (individual, collective), related relationships, and environmental factors (both obstacles and supports)." Categories I use include "spiritual development and meditation", "connecting with others", "community service", "business and professional", "health&fitness - exercise and movement", "health&fitness - diet" etc. etc. Obviously different people would define categories that are important to them (e.g. "community service" wouldn't necessarily fit Enrico's golden rule below--or would it?--it all depends on intention or sense of value). Some categories are quite dynamic and others (e.g. meditation) quite stable. This hodgepodge has emerged over time and so no one reference. The idea around what you need more of/less of is a recent addition and inspired by a reference in Google Rules to a way of using feedback in performance assessment but I (mis?)appropriated it for this kind of regular review. The notion of considering intention, action, relationships, environment etc. comes from Ken Wilbur/Integral Theory.
Hey Paul, great article and good luck with writing your book. I am doing research on productivity and it was recommended I check you out. I like what I see. The golden rule I always follow is "Journal it". Every morning I have a few journal prompts that I created that boost my mind into productivity mode. Things like "What is the most important task today?" "What didn't I get done yesterday and why?". These types of prompts help me reflect on my own productivity and learn from my own distractions. I used to be a master procrastinator, I feel I have moved on now!
Thanks Ryan. Great tip. This is perfect because it's so simple and easy to implement. I know it's a popular piece of advice, can you think of any particular books that mention it? The Miracle Morning? Any others...?
Hey Paul, the golden rule which I follow is "learn anything new daily & be better from yesterday"..can't give any reference... Read it somewhere in the internet & I follow it.
as u have requested for the suggestion for guidelines... I have one thing to say to u...I am graduate fresher working in an organization as a trainee.There are more dilemmas , confusions & doubts running in my mind...i would like u to add ,how any fresher in the work place should know what to learn and what not to ?? On what he has to concentrate more ...although I am in manufacturing industry ...can u answer it in general??
Thanks Suraj. The book will cover a range of topics, but I'm sure it will be of use to you. The principle apply to people working in a professional environment and I'm sure the productivity and leadership stuff will be particularly useful.
The rule I (almost) always follow is, "Write out key categories that support meaningful living and, once a month, assess progress against them and determine what you need more of and less of in the coming month. In doing this consider intention (individual, collective), action (individual, collective), related relationships, and environmental factors (both obstacles and supports)." Categories I use include "spiritual development and meditation", "connecting with others", "community service", "business and professional", "health&fitness - exercise and movement", "health&fitness - diet" etc. etc. Obviously different people would define categories that are important to them (e.g. "community service" wouldn't necessarily fit Enrico's golden rule below--or would it?--it all depends on intention or sense of value). Some categories are quite dynamic and others (e.g. meditation) quite stable. This hodgepodge has emerged over time and so no one reference. The idea around what you need more of/less of is a recent addition and inspired by a reference in Google Rules to a way of using feedback in performance assessment but I (mis?)appropriated it for this kind of regular review. The notion of considering intention, action, relationships, environment etc. comes from Ken Wilbur/Integral Theory.
Hey Paul, great article and good luck with writing your book. I am doing research on productivity and it was recommended I check you out. I like what I see. The golden rule I always follow is "Journal it". Every morning I have a few journal prompts that I created that boost my mind into productivity mode. Things like "What is the most important task today?" "What didn't I get done yesterday and why?". These types of prompts help me reflect on my own productivity and learn from my own distractions. I used to be a master procrastinator, I feel I have moved on now!
Thanks Ryan. Great tip. This is perfect because it's so simple and easy to implement. I know it's a popular piece of advice, can you think of any particular books that mention it? The Miracle Morning? Any others...?
Hey Paul, the golden rule which I follow is "learn anything new daily & be better from yesterday"..can't give any reference... Read it somewhere in the internet & I follow it. as u have requested for the suggestion for guidelines... I have one thing to say to u...I am graduate fresher working in an organization as a trainee.There are more dilemmas , confusions & doubts running in my mind...i would like u to add ,how any fresher in the work place should know what to learn and what not to ?? On what he has to concentrate more ...although I am in manufacturing industry ...can u answer it in general??
Thanks Suraj. The book will cover a range of topics, but I'm sure it will be of use to you. The principle apply to people working in a professional environment and I'm sure the productivity and leadership stuff will be particularly useful.
:) I did! It is from the first draft of my new book. There is however a quote that I have on top of my quotes stack for years.
“xxxiv Know your strongest Point—
your pre-eminent gift; cultivate that and you will assist the rest. Every one would have excelled in something if he had known his strong point. Notice in what quality you surpass, and take charge of that. In some judgment excels, in others valour. Most do violence to their natural aptitude, and thus attain superiority in nothing. Time disillusionises us too late of what first flattered the passions.”
Excerpt From: Balthasar, Gracian. “The Art of Worldly Wisdom.” Global Grey. iBooks. This material may be protected by copyright.
:) I did! It is from the first draft of my new book. There is however a quote that I have on top of my quotes stack for years. “xxxiv Know your strongest Point— your pre-eminent gift; cultivate that and you will assist the rest. Every one would have excelled in something if he had known his strong point. Notice in what quality you surpass, and take charge of that. In some judgment excels, in others valour. Most do violence to their natural aptitude, and thus attain superiority in nothing. Time disillusionises us too late of what first flattered the passions.” Excerpt From: Balthasar, Gracian. “The Art of Worldly Wisdom.” Global Grey. iBooks. This material may be protected by copyright.
The golden rule I always follow is "Journal it".
Every morning I have a few journal prompts that I created that boost my mind into productivity mode. Things like "What is the most important task today?" "What didn't I get done yesterday and why?". These types of prompts help me reflect on my own productivity and learn from my own distractions.
I used to be a master procrastinator, I feel I have moved on now!
as u have requested for the suggestion for guidelines... I have one thing to say to u...I am graduate fresher working in an organization as a trainee.There are more dilemmas , confusions & doubts running in my mind...i would like u to add ,how any fresher in the work place should know what to learn and what not to ?? On what he has to concentrate more ...although I am in manufacturing industry ...can u answer it in general??
The golden rule I always follow is "Journal it".
Every morning I have a few journal prompts that I created that boost my mind into productivity mode. Things like "What is the most important task today?" "What didn't I get done yesterday and why?". These types of prompts help me reflect on my own productivity and learn from my own distractions.
I used to be a master procrastinator, I feel I have moved on now!
as u have requested for the suggestion for guidelines... I have one thing to say to u...I am graduate fresher working in an organization as a trainee.There are more dilemmas , confusions & doubts running in my mind...i would like u to add ,how any fresher in the work place should know what to learn and what not to ?? On what he has to concentrate more ...although I am in manufacturing industry ...can u answer it in general??
"If an opportunity or item does not add any value to my personal life or business, it stays out out of my life!"
“xxxiv Know your strongest Point—
your pre-eminent gift; cultivate that and you will assist the rest. Every one would have excelled in something if he had known his strong point. Notice in what quality you surpass, and take charge of that. In some judgment excels, in others valour. Most do violence to their natural aptitude, and thus attain superiority in nothing. Time disillusionises us too late of what first flattered the passions.”
Excerpt From: Balthasar, Gracian. “The Art of Worldly Wisdom.” Global Grey. iBooks.
This material may be protected by copyright.
"If an opportunity or item does not add any value to my personal life or business, it stays out of my life!"
“xxxiv Know your strongest Point—
your pre-eminent gift; cultivate that and you will assist the rest. Every one would have excelled in something if he had known his strong point. Notice in what quality you surpass, and take charge of that. In some judgment excels, in others valour. Most do violence to their natural aptitude, and thus attain superiority in nothing. Time disillusionises us too late of what first flattered the passions.”
Excerpt From: Balthasar, Gracian. “The Art of Worldly Wisdom.” Global Grey. iBooks.
This material may be protected by copyright.