Continue to read book "The 80/20 manager : the secret to working less and achieving more" by Richard Koch
Tasks, projects, assignments: they all seem important. But only a few will make a big impact on your organization. You see it all the time, people in large corporations feel advancement comes from:
-- being the building fire captain
-- responding instantly to email
-- summer picnic committee chair
-- answering instant messenger
-- selecting the mail room decorator
Advancement doesn't come from trivial activities. Only a few activities can make the difference, some to try:
-- strengthen a key customer relationship
-- launch a new star product
-- cull an activity that takes time, and provides low value
-- get a new customer
-- form and implement a strategy make an existing service even more valuable
These activities provide lasting accomplishments, and are not equal to the many trivial opportunities that come your way.