Before Quote by Ivy Lee
“Don't worry if you don't complete everything on the schedule. At least you will have completed the most important projects before getting to the less important ones.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "Getting Things Done" by David Allen, 2001
Prioritizes important tasks over completing every item on a list.
In simple terms: Focus on what matters most.
Key Takeaway
Do the most important first.
Themes
productivity
prioritization
focus
Mood
pragmatic
focused
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- project planning
- daily work
- strategic planning
Key Concepts
time management
goal setting
Questions to Reflect On
- What are your top priorities?
- How to handle unfinished minor tasks?
A Different Perspective
May ignore smaller but necessary tasks.
