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What Systems Keep You Effective?<\/h1>\n

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Previously I discussed\u00a0What\u2019s On Your Not To Do List<\/a>\u00a0as a means to remain focused on priorities. I never fear\u00a0running out of work in\u00a0cybersecurity<\/a>. Instead, I worry\u00a0that our focus does not always stay on the most critical issues. Today I want to highlight several techniques I use to help remain effective.<\/div>\n
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Saying no<\/span><\/div>\n
\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Over and over again<\/div>\n
\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0No can be a complete sentence<\/div>\n
\u00a0 \u00a0 The opportunity cost associated with time spent on other items<\/div>\n
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Calendar Margin<\/span><\/div>\n
\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Create space for unexpected tasks<\/div>\n
\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Make appointments for what matters most<\/div>\n
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Goal tracking system<\/span><\/div>\n
\u00a0 \u00a0 As an achiever, I enjoy checking items off my “to do\u201d list<\/div>\n
\u00a0 \u00a0 Evernote<\/a> is a\u00a0repository to hold ideas for future research<\/div>\n
\u00a0 \u00a0 Keep from cluttering up my brain<\/div>\n
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A physical planner<\/a><\/div>\n
\u00a0 \u00a0 Found tremendous value in weekly reviews<\/div>\n
\u00a0 \u00a0 Focus on\u00a0what I accomplished<\/div>\n
\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0And what needs even more focus<\/div>\n
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Each of these tactics serves to help keep me focused on what matters most. What hacks do you use to stay effective throughout your busy day? Let us know in the comments section!<\/div>\n
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I recently posted the below on the\u00a0<\/span>SANS Internet Storm Center<\/a>.<\/span><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

What Systems Keep You Effective? Previously I discussed\u00a0What\u2019s On Your Not To Do List\u00a0as a means to remain focused on priorities. I never fear\u00a0running out of work in\u00a0cybersecurity. Instead, I worry\u00a0that our focus does not always stay on the most critical issues. Today I want to highlight several techniques I use to help remain effective. 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