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1. Goals and Priorities
Reflect on your objectives to guide your not-to-do list.
- Short-term goals
- [ ] Add your immediate priorities here.
- [ ] Examples: Complete project X, improve daily focus, etc.
- Long-term goals
- [ ] Add your bigger-picture objectives here.
- [ ] Examples: Develop expertise in Y, create better work-life balance, etc.
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2. Common distractions
Identify what derails your progress.
- Recurring distractions
- [ ] Example: Checking email too frequently.
- [ ] Example: Getting sidetracked by social media.
- Work-specific distractions
- [ ] Example: Attending unnecessary meetings.
- [ ] Example: Multitasking during deep work.
- Personal distractions
- [ ] Example: Watching TV during study time.
- [ ] Example: Procrastinating on errands.
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3. Personalize your list
Tailor your list to your environment and habits.
- Work environment
- [ ] If remote: Avoid tasks like over-checking household chores.
- [ ] If in-office: Avoid distractions like impromptu chats.
- Personal habits (the bad ones)
- [ ] Be honest: What habits hold you back? (e.g., perfectionism, procrastination).
- [ ] What can you delegate or eliminate entirely?
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4. Your not-to-do list
Keep this section visible as a constant reminder.
Do Not |
Reason |
Example: Check email every 15 minutes. |
Distracts from deep work. |
Example: Say yes to tasks outside goals. |
Overcommits time. |
Example: Skip regular breaks. |
Leads to burnout. |
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