The $100 MBA Show MBA2699 Q&A Wednesday: How Do I Not Get Overwhelmed With Everything I Need To Do Every Day?
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Nov 5, 2025 Feeling overwhelmed by your daily tasks? Discover a simple system to regain control and focus. Learn to accept that you’ll never finish everything, and prioritize high-impact tasks. Try a brain dump to clear mental clutter, identify non-negotiables that anchor your day, and use themes and time blocks to stay focused. Delegate low-value tasks to free up time, and set hard stops to prevent burnout. With practical strategies, you can turn chaos into productivity!
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Accept That You Will Never Finish
- You will never finish every task in business, so accept that finished doesn't exist.
- Letting go of perfection shifts focus to what matters most right now.
Use A Daily Brain Dump
- Do a daily brain dump of every task at the end of the day or first thing in the morning.
- Getting tasks out of your head lets you prioritize and stop guessing what matters.
Underline Your Non‑Negotiables
- Underline your non-negotiables like health, payroll, or committed meetings.
- Treat these anchors as priorities and schedule everything else around them.