Over the weekend I read a devotional that reminded me how important it is to focus on the right things, to work smarter not just harder. This is a great reminder for all of us as we enter into a new work week.

Working Smarter

Michael LeBoef said, “Devoting a little of yourself to everything means committing a great deal of yourself to nothing.” Therefore, being successful is not just about how hard you work – it’s about how smart you work.

There’s a big difference between activity and accomplishment. Activity is being busy, but as Henry David Thoreau once said, “It’s not enough to be busy; so are the ants. The question is: What are you busy about?”

Although it’s admirable to be ambitious and hardworking, it’s more desirable to be smart working.

You see, the key to becoming a more efficient worker isn’t checking off all the items on your to-do list each day. It’s forming habits of recognizing and prioritizing your time so that you are accomplishing your most important objectives for any given day. When you’re able to do that, it won’t be long before you exceed your own expectations.

~Evolution of Self
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