Greg McKeown quotes with context
Greg McKeown is a British author who lives in the United States. His book “Essentialism” (2014) describes how to do fewer things better by deliberately saying no. “Effortless” followed in 2021.
9 quotes by Greg McKeown
Focus 9
Whoever doesn't prioritize is prioritized.
Whoever asks whether something is necessary usually already knows the answer.
Not every question deserves an answer, and not every task needs completion.
Focus is not the result of willpower, but of clear priorities.
Everything you don't do creates space for what you should do.
What you choose not to do defines you just as much as what you do.
When you focus on nothing you are available for everything, and truly present for nothing.
What you ignore decides just as much as what you choose.
Whoever can't say no can't fully say yes either.
One thought a day.
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