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Date Published
Author
Justin Pot
Word count
662
Language
English
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None

Summary

You can't have more than one top priority, and deciding to prioritize one thing means deciding not to prioritize something else. This leads to getting nothing done if we try to do everything. To avoid this, it's essential to be intentional about prioritization by being explicit about which projects aren't a priority. The Zapier Learning and Development team has implemented a weekly list of deprioritized projects, where everyone outlines what they didn't get to work on in the past week and what they will focus on next week. This approach forces teams to think critically about their priorities and commit to making progress on one project at a time. By doing so, teams can achieve clarity and balance, as seen in the examples of Michael Shen and Steph Donily, who have made deprioritization a part of their weekly updates, helping them set a good example for work-life balance. Ultimately, prioritizing one project means deprioritizing something else, but being intentional about this process can help teams make the most of their time.