Coaching for Leaders 523: The Invitation to Stop Trying So Hard, with Greg McKeown
Apr 26, 2021
Greg McKeown, bestselling author of Essentialism and Effortless, shares wisdom on simplifying work and life. He emphasizes the need to clearly define what 'done' looks like and advocates for crafting a 'done for the day' list to maintain focus on essential tasks. McKeown highlights the importance of distinguishing between minimum effort and striving for perfection, encouraging listeners to prioritize effectively. He also draws insights from the cautionary tale of the Vasa warship to illustrate the necessity of clear project definitions.
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Too Many Big Rocks
- Greg McKeown discusses his post-Essentialism struggles, highlighting the challenge of too many "big rocks."
- His daughter's health crisis further compounded this, leading him to explore simplifying essential tasks.
The Effortless Question
- Ask "What can I do to make this effortless?" to simplify tasks and improve outcomes.
- This question can reveal simpler solutions, as illustrated by the videography team example.
The Vasa Story
- The Vasa sank because the king constantly changed project specifications, making completion impossible.
- This highlights the importance of defining "done" to avoid wasted effort and disastrous outcomes.
