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Sam Altman

02/24/18

@ Y Combinator

I prioritize my tasks by making daily lists and focusing on what I want to accomplish, accepting that my role will often be interrupt-driven.

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Uncut Interview with Sam Altman on Masters of Scale [Audio]

@ Y Combinator

Uncut Interview with Sam Altman on Masters of Scale [Audio]

02/24/18

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Adora Cheung

09/13/19

@ Y Combinator

When prioritizing, I should focus on high-impact and easy tasks first, followed by high-impact and medium complexity tasks, while avoiding low-impact and hard tasks.

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Mark Zuckerberg

05/09/25

@ Stripe

I keep my schedule flexible to ensure I have time for important tasks, as I get frustrated when my day is fully booked with less important meetings.

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Adora Cheung

09/13/19

@ Y Combinator

To prioritize effectively, I need to consider both the impact of tasks and their complexity, which helps in stack ranking them.

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Michael Seibel

04/01/22

@ Y Combinator

To maximize productivity, it's crucial to prioritize your to-do list over being driven by emails and meetings.

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Y Combinator Cast

10/07/23

@ Y Combinator

Productivity often boils down to priority; I should regularly ask myself what my main goal is and whether my current activities align with that goal.

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Y Combinator Cast

10/07/23

@ Y Combinator

Stack ranking your priorities helps you focus on what truly matters, as you will likely only accomplish the top three tasks on your list.

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Ian McAllister

11/20/22

@ Lenny's Podcast

Prioritization is the key tool for product managers; it involves deciding which projects to focus on and how to manage your time effectively.

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Sam Altman

11/09/18

@ Y Combinator

My productivity system is built on three key pillars: ensure important tasks are completed, avoid wasting time on trivial matters, and make extensive lists.

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Adora Cheung

09/13/19

@ Y Combinator

If I'm running out of time to complete tasks, I should consider breaking complex tasks into smaller ones or adjusting my schedule to allow for uninterrupted work periods.