21 quick productivity cheat codes (everyone should know):
Prioritize what’s important, not what’s urgent.
If it's not a "hell yes" — it's a "no".
“If you're overthinking, write — if you're underthinking, read.”
Avoid multitasking at all costs.
Identify your “Peak Time” — schedule your hardest tasks in that window.
Anytime you set a goal — take an action step on it immediately.
Automate and delegate wherever you can.
Carry a book/kindle — read in the downtime you would normally scroll your phone.
Leave your phone off for an hour (minimum) after you wake up.
If something takes less than 2 minutes, do it now.
Break down big scary goals into small manageable steps.
Reward yourself for doing hard work, train your brain to love it.
Do your hardest task first — eat the frog.
Find and execute on the 20% of activities that bring 80% of your results.
Take 2 minutes to clean up your workspace before starting.
Spend part of Sunday prepping for the week ahead.
Always batch similar tasks together.
Stop talking about your goals.
"Perfect" is the enemy of good.
Airplane Mode is your friend.
Learn to love the process.
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