Task Prioritization: Methods that Really Work +Quiz
Sergey Koshevoy
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Ever feel like your to-do list has turned into a chaotic mountain of tasks? You’re not alone! Prioritizing can be challenging, especially when every task feels equally important.
I've listed three of my favorite below. Plus, stick around for a quiz at the end to help you pick the method that suits you best!
1. The Eisenhower Matrix
A favorite for many, the Eisenhower Matrix helps you categorize tasks into four quadrants:
Urgent and Important: Do these now.
Important, but Not Urgent: Schedule these.
Urgent, but Not Important: Delegate if possible.
Neither Urgent nor Important: Consider dropping these.
2. MoSCoW Prioritization
The MoSCoW method focuses on categorizing tasks by priority:
Must-haves: Absolutely essential tasks.
Should-haves: Important but not critical.
Could-haves: Nice to include if time allows.
Won't-haves: Skip for now.
3. ABC Analysis
This method is great for productivity junkies! Sort tasks into:
A: High-priority tasks with the highest impact.
B: Medium-priority tasks that need attention but aren’t game-changers.
C: Low-priority tasks that can wait.
🧩 Quiz Time! Which Prioritization Method is Right for You?
Answer these quick questions:
🖍️Do you prefer having a visual approach to your tasks?
Yes -> Eisenhower Matrix
No -> Try MoSCoW
🖍️Do you have a lot of strict deadlines?
Yes -> ABC Analysis
No -> MoSCoW
🖍️Are you juggling between urgent and non-urgent tasks daily?
Yes -> Eisenhower Matrix
No -> ABC Analysis
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Alice Martin@alice_martin4
Thanks for the quiz. I'd love to see more tools like this for productivity topics!
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Feeling like your to-do list is conspiring against you? The Eisenhower Matrix might be your superhero sidekick, especially if you love visuals. But if deadlines are your nemesis, ABC Analysis can be your go-to. And hey, just like "Her Ideal Match" helps men understand what women really like, picking the right prioritization method can help you understand what tasks truly deserve your time! 🌟
Oh wow thanks for the tips and the quiz!
One of my colleagues is facing difficulties on tracking tasks due to ADHD, what would be the best tasks tracker for ADHD?
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@calvin_park1110 I’ve heard that apps like Amazing Marvin, TickTick, Trello, and Todoist are pretty ADHD-friendly, with features like Pomodoro timers, customizable reminders, and visual boards that make it easier to focus and prioritize. Curious if anyone here has experience with these or any other recommendations!