Make Time: How to focus on what matters every day

The third strategy focuses on joy: When I reflect on today, what will bring me the most joy?

You only waste time if you’re not intentional about how you spend it.

At the end of the day, which Highlight will bring me the most satisfaction?

A good rule of thumb is to choose a Highlight that takes sixty to ninety minutes.

Perfection is a distraction—another shiny object taking your attention away from your real priorities.

You can design your time by choosing where you direct your attention. And your daily Highlight is the target of that attention.

The first thing we learned was that something magic happens when you start the day with one high-priority goal.

Being more productive didn’t mean I was doing the most important work; it only meant I was reacting to other people’s priorities faster.

The first step is choosing a single highlight to prioritize in your day. Next, you’ll employ specific tactics to stay laser-focused on that highlight—we’ll offer a menu of tricks to beat distraction in an always-connected world. Throughout the day, you’ll build energy so you can stay in control of your time and attention. Finally, you’ll reflect on