Insights from ‘Effortless’ by Greg McKeown Flashcards
What does the ‘D’ in the D.D.O.G.G. acronym stand for?
Done
Fill in the blank: The D.D.O.G.G. acronym includes Done, Delete, Obvious, ____, and Grateful.
Gradual
True or False: McKeown suggests that every essential project needs to feel difficult to be valuable.
False
What question should you ask to determine the specific endpoint of a task?
What does done look like?
How can deleting nonessential steps benefit your project?
It frees time, energy, and cognitive resources for essential tasks.
What metaphor does McKeown use to describe an initial project plan?
A Jenga tower, where blocks (steps) can be removed without collapsing the structure.
According to McKeown, how should you start each project when identifying necessary steps?
With a blank sheet of paper to list only the essential steps.
What question should you ask to identify the first actionable step in a project?
What is the obvious first action?
How does identifying the ‘obvious first action’ affect a project?
It makes the project feel less overwhelming and easier to start.
Why is it better to choose a gradual, sustainable pace for a project?
It allows for consistent progress without burnout, making recovery manageable.
Fill in the blank: ‘Do not do more today than you can completely recover from by _______.’
tomorrow
What mental shift can make a task feel easier when faced with challenges during a project?
Focusing on what you’re grateful for instead of complaining.
Why does maintaining gratitude help in completing projects?
It makes tasks feel lighter and more manageable by shifting focus to positive aspects.
What rule does McKeown suggest for maintaining a state of gratitude?
Every time I complain, I will immediately think of something I’m grateful for or proud of.
How does McKeown suggest visualizing a project’s completion point?
By closing your eyes and imagining the specific moment the project is done.
