The Productivity Show

Make The 2-Min Rule Your New Habit With These Tips

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Jul 9, 2025
Feeling swamped by small tasks? Discover the Two-Minute Rule, a quick and effective way to tackle tasks that take less than two minutes, reducing mental clutter and boosting your productivity. Learn tips to make this habit stick, helping you gain control over your to-do list and build momentum. Explore how this simple strategy can transform your daily routine and enhance efficiency.
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ADVICE

Immediate Action on Quick Tasks

  • If a task takes less than two minutes, do it immediately without delay.
  • Avoid batching or saving it for later to gain quick momentum.
INSIGHT

Momentum from Small Wins

  • Completing quick tasks breaks inertia and builds momentum for bigger tasks.
  • Starting small makes larger tasks feel more manageable and less daunting.
ADVICE

Try the 30 Second Rule

  • Reframe the two minute rule as a 30 second rule if two minutes still feels long.
  • Use this to clear very quick tasks rapidly and reduce procrastination.
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