94. Lending Your Future Self a Hand

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One of my most popular episodes was about building a personal knowledge management system. And here’s the surprising truth: the system itself matters less than the discipline of using it. Today, I’m sharing a simple life hack that’s saved me countless times—because let’s face it, our future selves are often forgetful, distracted, and, well… a little doltish. The trick? Leave breadcrumbs. Clear instructions. Notes that anticipate what your future self will need, right when they’ll need it. From everyday tasks to professional deliverables, this practice has transformed the way I work and live. Be kind to your future self—they’ll thank you for it.

2 responses to “94. Lending Your Future Self a Hand”

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    susan03f5f6f326

    Rey, the value of a personal knowledge management system is clearly obvious every December when I need to remember what size wreaths to buy for various places in our home; is it Balsam or Frazier that we like for the tree? And how many rolls of wrapping paper again? Good luck with your new dentist. My tip for your future self is to keep in mind that dental costs typically escalate when someone chooses a new dentist.

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    1. Hah… the benefits of having a podcast. Good tips like this one. Thanks, Susan!

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