10 life-changing lessons from 'The ONE Thing' book and community, including the 80/20 principle, debunking multitasking myths, achieving accountability and balance, and the importance of keeping things simple
Prioritize the 20% that will have the biggest impact to make the most of your time.
Seek clarity in what you want to accomplish to stay focused and achieve your goals.
Avoid multitasking and focus on one task at a time to be productive.
Find forms of accountability to stay on track and responsible for your goals.
Simplify and avoid overcomplicating things to drive extraordinary results.
Deep dives
The 20% approach
The 80/20 rule should be applied to prioritize what matters most and have the greatest return on investment. Understand that not everything matters equally and focus your time on the 20% that will have the biggest impact.
Time spent is not the same as time well spent
Be intentional about how you spend your time and focus on what matters most. Avoid the busyness trap and prioritize activities that will truly drive you forward in achieving your goals.
Clarity is a journey, not a destination
Seek clarity in what you want to accomplish and understand that gaining clarity is an ongoing process. With clarity, you can locate where you are and where you want to go, making it easier to stay focused and achieve your goals.
Multitasking is a lie
Multitasking is ineffective and hinders productivity. Stay focused on one task at a time to achieve the most important things effectively and efficiently.
Accountability is your ally
Seek forms of accountability to stay on track and be responsible for your goals. Surround yourself with people and tools that help you stay accountable and aligned with your objectives.
Simplicity is key
The one thing principles and tools are intended to be simple. Avoid overcomplicating things and focus on the clarity and simplicity that drives extraordinary results.
The power of the focusing question
Ask yourself, 'What is the one thing I could do such that by doing it, everything else will become easier or unnecessary?' Use this question to gain clarity and focus on the most important actions.
You know the answer
The answer you seek is within you. Trust your intuition and ask yourself the right questions to uncover the answers you already know.
The inability to say no
Learn to say no to opportunities that do not align with your goals and priorities. Protect your time and energy by being selective in what you say yes to.
Environment matters
Create an environment that supports your goals and surrounds yourself with people who are aligned with your vision and values.
In this special episode, we're excited to share a unique perspective on the powerful lessons we've learned from The ONE Thing. We delve into our personal journeys and experiences, both in the community and through our coaching, to bring you 10 life lessons that have profoundly impacted our lives.
We explore the practical application of the principles from The ONE Thing, revealing our favorite insights and how they have shaped our approach to life and productivity. Despite the book's focus on "the one thing," today, we break the mold and discuss several principles that have been especially transformative for us and for many of you in our community.
Join us as we uncover these lessons without crossing notes, making it a fun and surprising journey for both of us. We believe that by the end of this episode, you'll see these principles in a new light, providing you with fresh inspiration and practical strategies to apply The ONE Thing in your own life.
To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods.
