Focus on This #026: How to Leverage Rolling Quarters
Feb 24, 2020
Verbs Boyer, a productivity expert, joins the conversation to share insights on effective planning. They discuss the rolling quarters method, emphasizing its power for maintaining visibility on goals. Listeners learn how this approach can help avoid deadline surprises and reduce stress. Practical tips for filtering low-leverage commitments are highlighted, ensuring time and energy are used efficiently. The episode also encourages community involvement in planning, fostering a supportive environment for growth.
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Rolling Quarters Overview
- Use the rolling quarters page in the Full Focus Planner to schedule major commitments.
- Watch the tutorial video at fullfocusplanner.com/start for a detailed explanation.
Using Rolling Quarters
- Write down major commitments like key projects, travel, and important occasions in the rolling quarters.
- Don’t list every small to-do, keep it focused on big items.
Mid-Range Planning
- Rolling quarters provide a mid-range planning perspective, bridging the gap between weekly/daily planning and annual goals.
- It helps you see what's on the horizon, preventing deadlines and important events from sneaking up on you.