How Do You Decide
What to Work on First?

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been building on a simple idea.

First, getting clear on roles. Then capturing and organizing where improvement is needed across your team.

This week we continue to build on that.

The Challenge

Once you have a full list of opportunities organized, most leaders run into the same challenge. The list is long, but capacity and resources are limited.

Not everything can be a priority, and trying to move everything at once is one of the most reliable ways to stall progress.

The question becomes simple. What should you work on first?

Project Prioritization Template

This is where you start turning ideas into action.

The Project Prioritization Template walks you through a simple five-step process for deciding which initiatives get the green light first.

It starts by clarifying why each initiative matters, then helps you weigh effort against impact so the right priorities rise to the top.

From there, you can identify what can move quickly, assign ownership, and make sure the right people stay informed as work gets underway.

By the time you’ve worked through it, your priorities are set and your team has a direction they can move on with confidence.

This simple process helps you step back, decide what matters most, and move forward with a clear plan.

Project Prioritization Template →

Available as a free download in PDF, PowerPoint, and Google Slides formats.

Role Clarity Template — Updated

If you downloaded the Role Clarity Template a few weeks back, I’ve updated with an improved design and expanded content, including a Role Persona structure your team can work through together.

The link hasn’t changed. Head back to the page and you’ll find the new version waiting.

Role Clarity Template →

Over the next few weeks, I’ll continue building on this sequence. Each tool connects, but each one is also useful on its own.

As always, the goal is practical application and better results for you and your team.

Richard

P.S. Most leaders don’t struggle because they lack good ideas. They struggle because too many worthwhile ideas are competing for the same limited time and attention.