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10 questions (to unlock 80 % of your life)
Pareto principle
After reading this post, we’ll see:
What is the pareto principle
Why you should know about it.
How you can use in 10 areas of your life.
TL; DR;
Pareto principle (the 80 / 20 rule) states that 80 % of results are from 20% of the inputs. You can use this in a broad range of areas.
Are you overwhelmed by a never - ending list of tasks?
Do you struggle to find enough time to work on what you want to?
You’re not alone.
In today’s fast - paced world, it is easy to be weighed - down by our responsibilities.
The result?
Stress.
Burnout.
Frustration.
BUT
There’s a simple way you can
Approach your daily routine.
Increase your productivity.
Achieve your goals.
Enter the 80/20 rule (or the Pareto principle).
What is it?
It suggests that 20% of your efforts can lead to 80% of your results.
You can use this in many areas of your life:
Health.
Learning.
Finances.
Relationships.
Let’s look at questions you can ask to focus on the 20 % which will give you 80 % of the results.
10 questions.
TIME MANAGEMENT
"Which 20 % of my tasks contribute to 80% of my personal /professional goals?"
PRODUCTIVITY
"What 20% of my efforts lead to 80% of my results at work?"
FINANCES
"What are the top 20% of expenses that make up 80% of my monthly spending?"‘
HEALTH AND FITNESS
"What 20% of my diet and exercise choices have 80 % of the impact on my health?"
RELATIONSHIPS
"Who are the 20% of people in my life who provide 80% of my support and happiness?"
LEARNING & PERSONAL GROWTH
"Which 20% of the books, courses, or skills could provide 80% of the knowledge and growth I seek?”
WORK AND CAREER
"Which 20 % of the clients, projects, or tasks contribute to 80% of my career success?”
HOME & ORGANIZATION
"What 20% of my possessions or belongings do I use or value the most?"
HOBBIES AND LEISURE
"Which 20 % of hobbies or leisure activities bring me 80 % of the joy and satisfaction?"
GOAL SETTING AND PLANNING
"What are the top 20% of my goals that will lead to 80% of my desired life outcomes?"
Closing thoughts.
Steve Jobs cut Apple’s product line by 70%. The result? Massive growth.
Warren Buffett invests in only a few companies. That’s how he wins big.
Focus on what matters most.
Don’t chase everything—chase what moves the needle.
Less is more when it’s the right 20%.
That’s it!!
I hope this concept helps you become hyper - effective with your time . If you found this helpful, share with someone who will benefit.
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