![]() ![]() This is a good thing as long as you don’t forget the highest priorities (such as health and family). Chapter 9 rejects the idea of work-life balance, arguing that the pursuit of success will at times mean intentionally getting out of balance. Instead, he encourages them to take advantage of the times when their willpower is at its peak (such as early morning) by devoting those times to the highest-priority tasks. Willpower is the subject of Chapter 7, with Keller recommending that readers avoid thinking they can summon willpower at any time and for any need. ![]() In Chapter 6, Keller contrasts the concept of discipline with the idea of building habits and insists that developing positive habits and training oneself is key. He states that this is additional evidence for the power of focusing and prioritizing. Chapter 5 critiques multitasking, with Keller drawing on research that shows it can harm energy and attention. Keller cites the “80/20 Principle,” which states that 80% of success comes from 20% of effort, to argue that there is value in devoting attention to the most impactful tasks and goals. Chapter 4 contends that believing all things are equal is a mistake. ![]() ![]() Part 1 of The ONE Thing (“The Lies”) then examines myths and misconceptions that surround traditional characterizations of success. ![]()
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