Getting Things Done

Ep. 234: Setting Priorities

Nov 21, 2023

Setting priorities and trusting intuition are discussed in this podcast, providing insight into different methods for setting priorities and offering four decision-making criteria.

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Trusting your intuition is crucial when setting priorities, as popular formulas often fall short.

Regularly evaluating and revisiting priorities helps individuals stay aligned with their goals and aspirations.

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Importance of Listening to Your Intuition

The podcast episode highlights the importance of listening to and trusting your intuition or inner voice when setting priorities. Popular formulas and methods for setting priorities may create some progress, but they often fail to truly hit the mark. Priorities can change throughout the day, and there is no algorithm or formula that can consistently guide decision-making. Instead, individuals should consider four criteria for deciding what to do: context, time, energy, and priority. Ultimately, it is essential to be open to your own intuition and internal directions, taking risks and adjusting as needed.

Setting Priorities: Trusting Your Intuition

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Setting Priorities and Trusting Your Intuition

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In this brief recording, David Allen discusses how he answers the question he is often asked. "How do I set priorities?"

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