On Productivity…
The Eisenhower Matrix. God doesn’t that sound like something. Just knowing what this is will make you feel like a productivity badass. You’ll be so cool at parties.
The Eisenhower Matrix is attributed to Dwight D. Eisenhower. Yes that Eisenhower. The 34th President of the United States Eisenhower. Before becoming president, good old Ike served as the NATO Supreme Commander (what a boss title). He developed this method to organize his tasks based on urgency and importance, which helped him make more efficient decisions in both military and presidential roles. God Ike was such a nerd. I love it.
How It Works
The Eisenhower Technique involves dividing tasks into four categories based on two criteria: urgency and importance. These categories are often represented in a matrix with four quadrants, like so:
Urgent and Important (Do First): Tasks that require immediate attention and have significant consequences if not completed soon.
Important, but Not Urgent (Schedule): Tasks tha…
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