Did you know that an individual armed with a significant life goal could potentially be twice as productive? Scientific observations indicate that such people can climb the career ladder or take a higher place in the social hierarchy. Arranging priorities will help you achieve your goals and establish a foundation for serious work. In this way, you set yourself on the right path to implementing your objectives.

But how do you set priorities correctly? Which goals are paramount, and which can be put on the back burner? A technique called *ABCDE* can be helpful here. This method involves assigning a letter to each of your goals, corresponding to its level of urgency. The concept is simple: first tackle your 'A' tasks, then move on to 'B' tasks, and so on.

Under 'A,' assign your most immediate, crucial tasks, such as attending language courses or meeting your work projects' deadlines. 'B' tasks are also important but less immediate – think unanswered emails or phone calls that, if left untended, could cause minor disruptions. ‘C’ tasks are nice to do but don't have any significant consequences. They don't affect your work life, like catching up with a colleague over coffee. 'D' tasks are those you can delegate to free up more time for your 'A' tasks. Finally, 'E' tasks are those you can eliminate without any significant impact.

In addressing high-priority tasks, Brian Tracy offers a thought-provoking analogy: if you had to eat a frog every day, it's best to get it over with first thing in the morning. This metaphor symbolizes the idea of tackling your most critical task – your "frog" – at the start of the day. This task, which you're most likely to procrastinate, can significantly influence your life. Make it a habit to "eat your frog" first thing every day before you can think too much about it. This habit can boost your productivity and performance immensely.

Suppose your dream is to study abroad. In this scenario, an 'A' task might be writing a motivational letter for a foreign university. This involves outlining your experiences, passing a language test, and expressing your genuine motivation. This motivational letter becomes your "frog" – it requires significant effort and time. Eat it first.