Focus Strategies of the Pros

Hi mission-driven leader, I hope that March has been outstanding. After reflecting on some important conversations with successful leaders in the impact space, I wanted to share what I observed: 

The top leaders I’ve met aim to make their lives as simple as possible. They use systems, like keeping their pantry organized with labels or following daily routines no matter how tough things get. Instead of filling their schedules and taking on more, they think about how they can create space for their most important goals. 

Based on their advice, here are three points that have helped me simplify my life:

1. Async communication > meetings: Unless it’s high-priority, instead of jumping into meetings with people, I now start conversations asynchronously—especially with new connections or people I haven’t met yet. This helps me save time and energy for moving the needle on my top goals.

2. Texting on my terms: I’ve created specific times throughout the day or week when I’ll respond to friends and family, instead of letting messages interrupt my workflow. It keeps distractions at bay and helps me maintain focus during work hours.

3. Selective advice: I’m intentional about whose advice I seek. I’ve learned to avoid asking for feedback or sharing goals with people who haven’t walked the same path or aren’t aligned with my vision. It keeps me from getting sidetracked by doubt or distractions.

I’ve noticed the more I simplify my life, the clearer my path to success becomes. 

What are some things you could let go of this month to make room for what matters most?

Here for you,
Ginny
Founder, WeStand
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P.S. What is WeStand?

WeStand is a productivity training program for mission-driven leaders. We help highly passionate yet overstretched leaders achieve their high-impact goals more effectively. Through research-backed workshops, leaders learn to reduce distractions, procrastination, burnout, and busywork, boosting focus and performance. Based on insights from ~1,000 leaders, our program has results such as a 60% productivity increase in one month, supporting leaders across seven countries.