Why it matters
Unfinished tasks keep tugging at attention, eroding focus and evening recovery. Research shows a specific plan quietens that pull almost as well as finishing the task.
How to run it
- At the end of the day, list every open loop.
- For each, write the next physical action, when you’ll do it, and where.
- Close the laptop. The plan holds the thought so you don’t have to.
- Leaders model it — and stop sending evening messages.
Watch out for
- Writing vague to-dos instead of concrete next actions