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Eat that frog!

Brian Tracy

 "There will never be enough time to do everything you have to do."

The book "Eat That Frog" by Brian Tracy talks about beating procrastination and using time wisely. Tracy says we all have a lot of things to do and we need to choose what's most important. 

"Eating your frogs" means doing hard tasks first, which makes us work better and feel happier. Tracy's quote, "If you do the hardest thing first in the morning, then you've done the toughest thing for the day" explains this idea well.

"Your 'frog' is your biggest, most important task, the one you are most likely to procrastinate on if you don’t do something about it."

In short, this book helps us face challenges, pick the right tasks, and get more done, feeling good about it.

The 21 principles outlined in the book

1. Set the Table: Clarify your goals and objectives to establish a clear direction

• Only 3% of adults have clear, written goals. These people accomplish five and ten times as much as people of equal or better education and ability but who, for whatever reason, have never taken the time to write out exactly what they want."

2. Plan Every Day in Advance: Take time each day to plan and prioritize your tasks

• Planning every day in advance streamlines decision-making, reducing the time spent deliberating on what tasks to prioritize and allowing you to jump into action more quickly

3. Apply the 80/20 Rule: Focus on the most important tasks that will yield the greatest results

• you cannot do all the tasks, there is not enough time to do everything

= Pareto principle again and again (but still sometimes having a problems w 80/20 tho, hope to learn it soon!!!)

4. Consider the Consequences: Reflect on the potential outcomes of your actions to make better decisions

• but do not overthink it hahaaa

5. Practice ABCDE Method Continually: Prioritize tasks based on their importance and urgency

• decide which tasks are the most important ones, this method is a bit similar to eisenhower matrix, you probably know

6. Focus on Key Result Areas: Identify the areas of your life or work that contribute most to your success and prioritize them

7. Obey the Law of Forced Efficiency: Set tight deadlines to increase productivity and efficiency

• dont think its a great way, it can increase stress and lead to burnout or lower -quality work

8. Prepare Thoroughly Before You Begin: Proper preparation can save time and improve the quality of your work

9. Do Your Homework: Research and gather information before making decisions or taking action

10. Lease, Rent, or Buy Your Knowledge: Continuously invest in learning and self-improvement

• by adopting a mindset of continuous learning and improvement, individuals can position themselves for long-term success and fulfillment in both their personal and professional lives

11. Learn from the Experts: Study successful individuals and adopt their strategies and habits

• "If you want to soar with the eagles, you can't be scratching with the turkeys."

=  This quote is attributed to Brian Tracy and emphasizes the idea that in order to achieve greatness, one must surround yourself with successful and motivated individuals rather than being held back by those who are not striving for excellence

12. Time Management is Life Management: Manage your time effectively to achieve your goals and live a fulfilling life

"The truth is that you can’t manage time; you can only manage yourself."

13. Technology is a Double-Edged Sword: Use technology wisely to enhance productivity rather than becoming a distraction

• Using task management apps and communication tools wisely can enhance productivity by streamlining workflow, staying focused on priorities, and facilitating seamless collaboration with colleagues or team members, ultimately maximizing efficiency and effectiveness

14. Focus Your Attention: Concentrate on one task at a time to maximize productivity and effectiveness

do not multitask!!

= Our brains lack the ability to perform multiple tasks at the same time—in moments where we think we're multitasking, we're likely just switching quickly from task to task. 2 Focusing on a single task is a much more effective approach for several reasons. - as Verywell Mind said

15. Practice Creative Procrastination: Delay or delegate tasks that are less important or can be done by others

• delegation is the key sometimes

16. Use the Law of Three: Identify and focus on the three most important tasks each day

17. Prepare for the Unexpected: Anticipate obstacles and have contingency plans in place

18. Maximize Your Personal Powers:Take care of your physical and mental health to optimize your performance

• emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance to optimize performance and well-being. Prioritizing self-care activities and setting boundaries between work and personal life are key strategies for achieving this balance

19. Motivate Yourself Into Action: Use positive self-talk and visualization to overcome procrastination and take action

•  "The key to success is action."!!! - dont be lazy

20. Get Out of the Technological Time Sinks: Minimize distractions from technology to stay focused on your goals

• great way is to delete TikTok and Instagram, socials you use the most to procrastinate (when I really need to do some important work I always delete those)

21. Slice and Dice the Task: Break tasks down into smaller, manageable steps to make them less daunting and easier to accomplish

• This approach enables individuals to focus on one step at a time, leading to greater clarity, motivation, and ultimately, success in completing the task

"Develop the lifelong habit of tackling your major task first thing each morning.

Be like the French, eat those frogs! 🐸

grenouille miam miam