THE ONE SIMPLE TOOL YOU NEED
TO GET STUFF DONE
THE ONE SIMPLE TOOL YOU NEED
TO GET STUFF DONE
THE ONE SIMPLE TOOL YOU NEED
TO GET STUFF DONE
One of IIN Founder Joshua Rosenthal's most recommended time management tools is an exercise called "big rocks"
Here's the Metaphor:
HOW DO YOU FIT ALL YOUR ROCKS INTO THE JAR EVERY DAY?
It's natural to focus on the small rocks and sand -- after all, these tasks are time-consuming and often feel very urgent!
But here's what happens when you prioritize the small rocks and sand:



If you stay busy with less important priorities, it's easy to push back your big rocks from week to week. Your days fill up quickly, and before you know it, your huge goals remain unachieved.
FORTUNATELY THERE'S A VERY SIMPLE FIX
First put your big rocks, then your small rocks, then your grains of sand:



When you prioritize your big rocks, everything stays in one jar!
HERE ARE FIVE SIMPLE TIPS TO FOCUS ON YOUR BIG ROCKS AND ACHIEVE ALL YOUR DREAMS
- Make a list every week
On Sunday night, write out the big priorities you want to achieve that week. These are the things that will push you closer to achieving your dreams. Keep this attainable by only focusing on your top three goals. - Schedule your big rocks
Set aside a time to focus on your big rocks every day. Give yourself enough time and schedule it in a time slot so you know you'll get it done. - Get support and be accountable
Enlist the help of an accountability partner. Tell your husband that you're going to the gym at 8am on Saturday no matter what. Tell your friend about your new website launch and ask her to call you about it. Get a babysitter if you need help with childcare. Everyone needs support to be successful! - Leave space for the smaller rocks and grains of sand
Once your big rocks are scheduled, try to keep the rest of your calendar relatively free. That's when you'll have the time to accomplish your less important priorities and daily responsibilities. - Congratulate yourself
At the end of the week, give yourself credit for the big rocks that you achieved and celebrate your success with a delicious dinner, a movie, or a glass of wine.