WoW 111: On what is important over the long run. Questions, Part 5

Words of Wisdom

Show notes

Josh imparts wisdom on determining what's essentially important over urgency, when it comes to both personal and professional growth. He emphasizes the mental model of the Eisenhower Matrix's and it's usefulness in sorting important, urgent, non-important, and non-urgent tasks, thus providing clarity and facilitating decision-making. The discussion encourages identifying practices and strategies that compound in the long run, which according to Josh, are key investments. The session ends with a call-to-action, urging listeners to actively apply the Eisenhower Matrix to effectively manage their day-to-day tasks and achieve their long-term goals.

00:00 Introduction to Prioritizing What's Important

00:12 The Challenge of Prioritizing Long-Term Goals

00:42 Understanding the Eisenhower Matrix

01:15 Applying the Eisenhower Matrix to Your Life

01:47 The Power of Compound Interest in Life

02:29 Practical Questions for Personal Growth

03:17 Conclusion: Applying the Eisenhower Matrix in Your Life

Read the entire episode here.

About Josh Kalsbeek, LMFT

• As a Psychoherapist I help people overcome their greatest struggles.

•Founder and CEO of Great Oaks Collective, and it's flagship program Overcome, a 10-Week virtual Intensive Outpatient Program for Christian couples experiencing sexual betrayal and addiction. www.greatoakscollective.com.

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Links

See the Eisenhower Matrix and a full transcript of the podcast.

What is the ​most meaningful​ thing you can desire?

Naval Ravikant, in a tweetstorm from ​May 31st, 2018​

James Clear, in his email newsletter from ​September 23rd, 2021​

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