We live in a society where we are often led to believe that we need complex formulas that drive our daily activities to ensure balance in our lives. In this book, Joe Calloway shows us how to think differently. I have heard references to the KISS (Keep it Simple, Stupid) principle, I have heard it called “Prioritize and Execute”. There are a number of terms which can be used.
In this book you will find insightful instruction on how to simplify things in your life. I am already starting to put some if these into practice. As I look at the day ahead of me, I am beginning to take time to think through the main things that need to be accomplished. Once I define my priorities, I seek to keep distractions at a distance. It is not easy. It takes a conscious effort and ongoing diligence to make sure that email is not a distraction and I avoid attending meetings that do not have a clear agenda.
I often have individuals who want to book meetings which conflict with blocks of time I have scheduled for focused attention. I am starting to decline most of them. I am finding that I need to guard these times in order to accomplish what is expected. There are many more tips and ideas that can be used.
Read the book, find out what works for you. Whatever you do, simplify your life…at work, at home, and for recreation. You will find that you accomplish more and have increased energy for what is important to you.