What I have discovered is we sometimes need to take inventory of some distractions and bad habits that keep us from being our most productive.
I always been a big believer in asking myself: What do I need to start doing, keep doing, and stop doing?
Source: Why You Need a Don’t-Do List | Kelly Croy
I’m a great believer in to do lists, but I never thought of putting together a Don’t Do List!
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