Some To Do lists are so long that they should be written on scrolls. The paradox is that you’re more likely to get more done if you limit your list to your most important things.

First, put everything that you have to do every day on a checklist. Use your To Do list for project items and things that move you forward or that meet a commitment to another person.

Identify what’s most important (must do) and highlight it.

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