21 comments on “The secret sauce for “Getting Things Done” – slow down”
This is so spot on !!!
Am.sure to try these tips .
Yes. True..Slow and Steady wins the race.
Haste makes waste..proverb coined by Englidh scholar Nicholas Udall in 1542 first noted in his translation of “Apophthegmes” by Erasmus of Rotterdam
Thanks, Ali, for pointing out the source.
Please read English scholar
cant agree more…but even for that there should be a time limit…need to have a cut off to complete a job..or it may be difficult to complete
Agreed. Have to make sure the thing gets done and not postponed.
This is a brilliant card, Dr.Arjun. I am totally guilty of this behaviour! The last bit on our fixed thinking rate is invaluable.
That’s right it does help one to take one job at a time then to jump into a bundle of chores. Take the time bound ones first and segregate according to importance.
Check lists are very convenient so you don’t omit anything especially prepping for exams packing for a trip organising meets and daily shopping etc.
Agreed. Check lists help by unloading your mind and allowing you to focus on the more important aspects.
Calmness always helps us in achieving our task .
Slow and steady to win the race eventually
It’s another great subject of completing of our goals
Feel happy with myself! Unknowingly I have been doing exactly this. Not under pressure to deliver. Things are at the pace I set.
Thank you for the information.
This is literally exactly what I need for today. I cannot tell you how timely this is. Thank you!
Somehow , our daily priorities change so quickly n we react in a hurry.
We need toblearn to do our tasks slowly. Best.
Yes, Mohan. We need to get out of the “hurry up” trap.
Absolutely ☑️Agree 👍
Step at a time
…Gets things done
SLOWLY BUT SURELY 🙏
Spot on Doctor! I have always felt I am at my efficient best when I don’t overwork! I am reminded by a quote that has stuck in my head, “ Effeciency is organised laziness”! The paradox baffled me, but now I know why! Thank you for breaking down so beautifully a thought I completely subscribe to but was too nervous to voice in this 🐝 world!!
Thanks, Lakshmi. I love the quote. There is only a fine line of distinction between laziness and slow work.
Nice 👌. Years ago, I remember reading a book called “Deep Work” by Cal Newport and another book called “Essentialism” by Greg McKeon. In some sense, both books advocate slowing down and focusing on doing things that matter. However, it has become hard these days as we live in a distracted world with a deluge of content from multiple sources, screaming at us for attention.
Agreed, Sairam. Both are excellent books with numerous practical suggestions.
I read a tip a few days ago. Just as we make a ‘ To do list’ , also make a ‘ To stop doing list’. In growing organizations, lots of things necessarily land on our desk. Urgent things need to be done as we also need to work for tomorrow. I have always wondered how political leaders manage with time. They have to do their jobs and play politics too.
Yes, unproductive, “busy” work can give the illusion of being occupied.
This is so spot on !!!
Am.sure to try these tips .
Yes. True..Slow and Steady wins the race.
Haste makes waste..proverb coined by Englidh scholar Nicholas Udall in 1542 first noted in his translation of “Apophthegmes” by Erasmus of Rotterdam
Thanks, Ali, for pointing out the source.
Please read English scholar
cant agree more…but even for that there should be a time limit…need to have a cut off to complete a job..or it may be difficult to complete
Agreed. Have to make sure the thing gets done and not postponed.
This is a brilliant card, Dr.Arjun. I am totally guilty of this behaviour! The last bit on our fixed thinking rate is invaluable.
That’s right it does help one to take one job at a time then to jump into a bundle of chores. Take the time bound ones first and segregate according to importance.
Check lists are very convenient so you don’t omit anything especially prepping for exams packing for a trip organising meets and daily shopping etc.
Agreed. Check lists help by unloading your mind and allowing you to focus on the more important aspects.
Calmness always helps us in achieving our task .
Slow and steady to win the race eventually
It’s another great subject of completing of our goals
Feel happy with myself! Unknowingly I have been doing exactly this. Not under pressure to deliver. Things are at the pace I set.
Thank you for the information.
This is literally exactly what I need for today. I cannot tell you how timely this is. Thank you!
Somehow , our daily priorities change so quickly n we react in a hurry.
We need toblearn to do our tasks slowly. Best.
Yes, Mohan. We need to get out of the “hurry up” trap.
Absolutely ☑️Agree 👍
Step at a time
…Gets things done
SLOWLY BUT SURELY 🙏
Spot on Doctor! I have always felt I am at my efficient best when I don’t overwork! I am reminded by a quote that has stuck in my head, “ Effeciency is organised laziness”! The paradox baffled me, but now I know why! Thank you for breaking down so beautifully a thought I completely subscribe to but was too nervous to voice in this 🐝 world!!
Thanks, Lakshmi. I love the quote. There is only a fine line of distinction between laziness and slow work.
Nice 👌. Years ago, I remember reading a book called “Deep Work” by Cal Newport and another book called “Essentialism” by Greg McKeon. In some sense, both books advocate slowing down and focusing on doing things that matter. However, it has become hard these days as we live in a distracted world with a deluge of content from multiple sources, screaming at us for attention.
Agreed, Sairam. Both are excellent books with numerous practical suggestions.
I read a tip a few days ago. Just as we make a ‘ To do list’ , also make a ‘ To stop doing list’. In growing organizations, lots of things necessarily land on our desk. Urgent things need to be done as we also need to work for tomorrow. I have always wondered how political leaders manage with time. They have to do their jobs and play politics too.
Yes, unproductive, “busy” work can give the illusion of being occupied.