100 Day Writing Challenge: Day 2/100
Most people want to be consistently good in various aspects of their lives. They strive to always produce quality work, keep a regular workout routine, eat vegetables every lunch, and practice mindfulness daily. However, the common pitfall is the over-complication of their efforts from the start.
The most prevalent issues I see related to over-complication are either (a) failing to break down a goal into manageable tasks or (b) trying to tackle too many things at once. Addressing these problems is crucial to becoming a productivity powerhouse.
Breaking Down Goals
When you start with a new goal, it’s natural not to have a clear roadmap. You are a newbie, after all.
The key is to choose one action and try it out. If it brings you closer to your objective, keep going. If not, switch to a different approach. This is known as strategic task switching in explore-exploit frameworks. Many people switch tasks randomly for too long, leading to frustration and a lack of progress.
You can also avoid this by consulting someone more experienced to identify common solutions and try those first, switching only if necessary.
