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Set goals
Before starting a project, make sure you identify your north star. What is your ultimate goal? Think big — then break your wild ambitions down into actionable, bite-size steps.
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Write it down
Take notes. And make a habit of doing so. Whether it’s capturing a single, fleeting thought or journalling in long form, writing it all down can help clarify goals and priorities and have an outsize impact on learning and understanding. Not to mention memory retention.
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Work organized
A cluttered desk is a sign of a cluttered mind, according to Einstein. Keeping your notes, documents, and ideas in order is an essential habit that will serve you well for the long haul. It’s easy with the right methods and the right tools.