The "Done For Today" List
Insight: Instead of an endless to-do list, identify your top 1-3 critical tasks for the day.
Why it works: Prevents overwhelm, creates a sense of accomplishment.
How to apply: At the start of your day, ask: "What must get done today?" Everything else is secondary.
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