“If you want to get something done right, ask a busy person.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That is good and fine, because anyone who does things right for other people, will be in demand with a full schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The problem is when you find yourself doing things right for others, and therefore busy—too busy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How do you apply the principle to the things you need to get done, for yourself?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
People who require your services because they know you will do things right, are not likely to sacrifice their need so you can get your projects done first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You’re on your own, and no matter how many times you hear “prioritize” and “learn to just say ‘no’,” it does not help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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I don’t like to write articles without offering answers that “make a difference in your life,” but I can’t claim I’ve got it together on this one.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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