#41 The Three Enduring Priorities of a Leader
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The Eisenhower Matrix is a well-known tool for determining what needs our attention. But what do we do when we’re overwhelmed, unsure of where to start, and everything on our mental to-do list feels equally important? And how can we be sure that we’re prioritizing the right tasks when our bosses and organization may have their own expectations?
In this episode, we’ll introduce you to three enduring priorities that will help guide your decision-making, work-related tasks, and even navigate conflicts. We all have limited capacity, and when it’s running low, it’s crucial to know what should come first—and what can wait for another time.
Once we unpack these enduring priorities, we’ll share the benefits of using this approach, along with wisdom from our own experiences, such as:
- How putting others' priorities first can give you leverage to accomplish what matters most to you
- Why focusing on your own priorities first might make others feel that you’re ignoring their needs
- How this method improves efficiency and effectiveness, ensuring you’re always moving forward in a meaningful way
We believe this framework will bring clarity to your decisions as a leader and team member, allowing you to stay focused on what’s right and support your organization’s upward mobility. By applying this method consistently, you’ll build reliability and consistency—ultimately making space for you to do what is most important to you.
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Things Referenced in the Episode
- Introducing our Leadership University coming in early 2026! If you’re interested, you can learn more and sign up to be the first to know when it’s ready at our Leadership University page.
- Find the 2x2 Eisenhower Matrix graphic here!
- Book by Stephen Covey, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
- Book by Todd Henry, Herding Tigers
- Books by Jim Collins, Good to Great and Built to Last
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