This week's winning thought is: Ask yourself at every turn, with every opportunity and with every commitment, 'Is this essential?' Your highest priority is to protect your ability to prioritize. When you eliminate the inessential you get the double benefit of doing the essential better.

Welcome to the Winning Thoughts series! Each week, join Dylan as we discuss an idea, story or concept to help you improve in thoughts, words, actions and ultimately, in life. Tune in every Monday for a new idea to help you get your week off to a great start.