Summary of 80-20 principle
Main Idea The 80/20 principle is that 80-percent of the results in any system will flow from just 20-percent of the efforts. Therefore, the key to being more productive and better organized is to focus on expanding the productive 20-percent rather than trying to eliminate the unproductive 80-percent. Specifically, the 80/20 principle suggest that higher productivity in any activity will be achieved by: Celebrating and expanding exceptional performance rather than trying to raise the overall average. Looking for productive short cuts that still achieve 80-percent of the intended results rather than plodding on. Using the least possible effort to maintain control over your life rather than making things difficult for yourself. Seeking and working towards excellence in a few things rather than competence in a lot of different areas. ...