The Greg McKeown Podcast

351. Discover Clarity with the Essentialism Planner


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Join Greg as he introduces the Essentialism Planner, a tool designed to help individuals focus on what truly matters. Drawing from personal experiences and a decade of development, Greg guides listeners through key components of the planner, including the personal quarterly offsite, weekly design sessions, and the transformative power half-hour. Learn about the planner's bonus features, the 100-year vision, and the empowering no list, all crafted to navigate life's noise and distractions. Embrace essentialism and discover a more intentional, impactful way to live.

Key Takeaways:
  • Two Types of People: Recognizing that knowing you're lost allows for recalibration and better decision-making.
  • Power of Reflection: The Essentialism Planner emphasizes reflection through personal quarterly offsites and weekly design sessions to align with essential goals.
  • 1, 2, 3 Method: A structured approach to day-to-day prioritization focusing on projects of major significance and urgent tasks.
  • Intergenerational Impact: Understanding the profound influence of past and future generations encourages sustainable life decisions.
  • Saying No: Developing a "no list" alongside a to-do list enhances decision-making power and helps in maintaining focus on essential tasks.
    Notable Quotes:
    • "There are two kinds of people in the world: those who are lost, and those who know they are lost."
    • "Airplanes are off track 90% of the time. They only reach their intended destinations because they constantly correct their path."
    • "What matters most is what lasts the longest."
    • "If you don't prioritize your life, someone else will."
    • "It's not rewarding activity; it's rewarding completion."
    • Resources:
      • The Essentialism Planner


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