The Law of The Vital Few: How to Do More by Doing Less

The Law of The Vital Few: How to Do More by Doing Less

Most things don't matter. But the few that matter, matter a lot!

If you feel like you are not performing at your best or getting the best out of life, it could be because you are spending time and effort on things that don't matter.

This engaging, paradigm-shifting session shares insights from Anthony’s book of the same title. You will challenge the conventional thinking that if we want more, we have to do more.

Supported by stories, science, and case studies—and delivered in Anthony's engaging, humorous and conversational style—you will learn that you can have, do and be more while actually doing less.

Audience members will:

  • Discover the timeless principle of The Vital Few and how it shapes success in life, career and business

  • Learn how to identify their own vital few areas of greatest potential

  • Discover Anthony's four quadrants of time and how to use it to make smart decisions for effective living.

Offered as a 60 minute keynote or 90 minute seminar. Also available in an expanded version as a 1/2 day workshop.

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