What to say no to when you need to focus on long-term tasks

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What if you have an important task to work on, but urgent tasks take precedence again and again? And, the important task is pushed back over and over?

In Done! No. 557, I share what you can do to get the important, not so urgent tasks done in these situations.

How have you managed to get the time you need for those important, long-term tasks? Write to me and tell me. I'm sure this is not the last time I'll be tempted to fall into this prioritization trap, so your best advice is very welcome.

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