18 Minutes: Find Your Focus, Master Distraction, and Get the Right Things Done by Peter Bregman is a powerful guide to time management and productivity. It offers practical strategies to help readers focus on their priorities, manage distractions and achieve their goals.
Identifying Your Focus
Bregman emphasizes the importance of identifying what really matters to you.
This includes your core strengths, values, and long-term goals.
It’s about focusing on the tasks that align with these and eliminating the rest.
Dealing with Interruptions
Bregman provides strategies for dealing with interruptions, such as setting expectations, controlling your environment, and using technology wisely.
Time as a Resource
Bregman emphasizes that time is your most valuable resource.
It’s essential to use it wisely and in alignment with your priorities.
The Value of Consistency
Bregman underscores the importance of consistency.
Regularly investing time in your priorities leads to significant progress over time.