Criteria Quote by Greg McKeown
““criteria: “Is this the very most important thing I should be doing with my time and resources right now?””
About This Quote
Source Book: Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, 2014
Prioritize tasks by asking if they are the most important use of time and resources.
In simple terms: Do only the most important things.
Key Takeaway
Apply the “most important” filter.
Themes
focus
prioritization
productivity
Mood
strategic
calm
Type
professional
inspirational
When to use this quote
- project planning
- daily to‑do lists
- budget allocation
- career choices
Key Concepts
essentialism
decision‑making
time management
Questions to Reflect On
- What task truly moves you forward?
- How do you say no to less‑essential requests?
A Different Perspective
Misidentifying importance can waste effort.
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