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268. What's Essential: David Allen on Getting the Right Things Done (Replay)

The Greg McKeown Podcast

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Being Fully Present and Doing What's Important Now

Being fully present and doing what's important now is about giving your full attention to the present moment and the task at hand, whether it's having a conversation, doing chores, or making decisions. It's not about burdening yourself with the question of whether it's the most important thing to do, but rather focusing on the immediate action. To achieve this essential state of mind, it requires discipline and direction to clear mental space and insert best practices. Falling out of presentness is normal, and the key is to quickly recalibrate and refocus. The reset process involves identifying what has your attention, determining the next action, and then capturing, clarifying, organizing, and parking it in a trusted system. By implementing this process regularly, one can maintain a state of being fully present and doing what's important now.

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