Less But Better
When you keep hearing something, you know it’s a sign to go research it or take action. In my case, it was reading people’s comments about the book, Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less. I read this book several years ago and got so much out of it, that I figured it was time to re-read it. I very rarely re-read books, but, in this case, I was feeling like I needed a reboot on some of his lessons, particularly as I continue my 2024 focus on keeping things/making things simple.
In the conversations I’ve had with every client and almost every potential client, there’s a point we end up talking about all the things they’re trying to do. Usually, that list is inspiring but it’s also overwhelming without clarity on what is most important.
I get it. I’ve had that list before, and still fight with myself to make sure I’m focused on a very small number of things that I can do well. This fight is what I’m working on right now…what are the things that I enjoy but aren’t really the things that will either light my heart on fire or make a significant difference in my ability to create the impact I want to create.
As you reflect…
Are you clear on what your top priorities are and what will make the greatest impact?
As you reflect on the life you’re leading, are you saying yes to the most important things?
Are you ready to get uncomfortable and start saying no?
Here are two of my favorite quotes from the book, but there are so many good nuggets in the book that I encourage you to buy and read it yourself if you want to get focused on making your greatest impact.
⭐ “Essentialism is not about how to get more things done; it’s about how to get the right things done. It doesn’t mean just doing less for the sake of less either. It is about making the wisest possible investment of your time and energy in order to operate at our highest point of contribution by doing only what is essential.” - Greg Mckeown, Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less
⭐ “Essentialism: only once you give yourself permission to stop trying to do it all, to stop saying yes to everyone, can you make your highest contribution towards the things that really matter.” -Greg McKeown, Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less
If I can support you on your journey to getting crisp on what’s essential for you, reach out.