3 Big Problems with the 80/20 Rule

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Which 20 percent of sources are causing 80 percent of my problems and unhappiness?
Which 20 percent of sources are resulting in 80 percent of my desired outcomes and happiness?
— Tim Ferriss, The 4-Hour Work Week

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3 Big Problems with the 80/20 Rule

The darling emperor of the productivity pundits has no clothes

More from the list: "Life Lessons and hacks"

For Better, For Worse, Till Death Do Us Part is Not Just a Promise

The Hidden Dangers of Using Paper Checks

How I Became a Terror of the Second Grade Playground

Sometimes a Big Mess is a Big Opportunity

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Life Hacks for Retirement

You Have A Husband, Use It

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