Make Time: How to focus on what matters every day
The key thing here is that you’re using your phone intentionally—it’s not using you.
John Zeratsky • Make Time: How to focus on what matters every day
We can’t get you out of every pointless meeting or magically set your inbox to zero, and we won’t try to turn you into a Zen master. But we can help you slow down a little, turn down the noise of the modern world, and find more joy in each day.
John Zeratsky • Make Time: How to focus on what matters every day
When I reflect on today, what will bring me the most joy?
John Zeratsky • Make Time: How to focus on what matters every day
For example, when Jake starts a super short workout (#64), he plays Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” and “Beat It.”
John Zeratsky • Make Time: How to focus on what matters every day
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.
John Zeratsky • Make Time: How to focus on what matters every day
This isn’t about saving time. It’s about making time for what matters.
John Zeratsky • Make Time: How to focus on what matters every day
Skipping the morning check-in is essential to my morning routine (described in tactic #14). The morning is prime time for my Highlight, which usually involves the computer. So each night I do myself a favor by closing all my browser tabs (#26) and logging out of Twitter and Facebook (#18). Then, after I wake up and make coffee, I’m ready to start m
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This focal point creates clarity and motivation.
John Zeratsky • Make Time: How to focus on what matters every day
If you make only one change to your viewing habits, cut the news. TV news is incredibly inefficient; it’s an endless loop of talking heads, repetitive stories, advertisements, and empty sound bites.