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How I Work

Ruthless prioritization with Google's Executive Productivity Advisor, Laura Mae Martin

Apr 10, 2024
Google's Executive Productivity Advisor, Laura Mae Martin, discusses ruthless prioritization, Sunday planning rituals, list funnels, downtime importance, generative AI in productivity, and more to enhance productivity and work-life balance.
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Quick takeaways

  • Prioritization involves ruthless decision-making to focus on what truly matters and optimize productivity.
  • Strategic weekly planning sessions, like Sunday night planning, help set priorities and commitments for the upcoming week effectively.

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Ruthless Prioritization for Effective Time Management

Prioritization is not just about reordering tasks but involves ruthless decision-making to focus on what truly matters. The approach involves turning down good opportunities to make room for great ones, ensuring energy is directed to the most important tasks. By asking what future self would value prioritizing, individuals can optimize their focus and productivity.

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