Set Boundaries...
In order to do less and become more productive, there is one action item you must accomplish before you can succeed.
Especially if you're feeling -- or have ever felt -- this problem...
The Problem:?I'm Getting Walked On
This week, imagine you and I are at a shoe store.
Getting shoes. To walk together. (See what I did there?)
ME: "Hey, how are you?"
YOU: "I'm getting walked on."
ugh.
OK...
The Actionable Tip: Set Boundaries
Need some ideas?
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Pick ONE at random and try that in order to set a new boundary.
One.
Today.
Now.
In the comments below, please share?ONE?actionable tip to help others "Set Boundaries" in order to do less and become more productive.
I look forward to learning more from you on this recommendation.
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1 个月“Today is the day to set some [new] boundaries. Err... Try to set one new one and take it from there.” Well put, Michael! ??
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