Clutterbug - Real-Life Hacks and Tips to Declutter, Organize and Clean your Home Fast The #1 To-Do list Mistake with Tanya Dalton | Clutterbug Podcast # 260
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Feb 3, 2025 Tanya Dalton, a best-selling author and productivity expert, shares insights on redefining productivity beyond mere busyness. She stresses the importance of identifying your 'North Star' to prioritize what truly matters in life. Tanya introduces her CLEAR method for filtering tasks and offers tips for breaking down big goals into small, manageable steps. She argues that decluttering not only organizes your space but also enhances mental clarity. Her new book, Purposeful Productivity, provides a 60-day guide to aligning daily actions with your core values.
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Difference Between Busy and Productive
- Productivity is not about doing more tasks but doing what matters most.
- Being busy often feels like productivity, but true productivity involves prioritizing meaningful work.
Use CLEAR Method for Priorities
- Use your "North Star" — mission, vision, and core values — to decide what to say yes to.
- Try the CLEAR method to filter commitments by five key questions before accepting.
Set Boundaries by Valuing Time
- Recognize that every yes to others means a no to your priorities.
- Treat your time like money and protect it by setting boundaries and saying kind, assertive no.
