You will find that some people take up fewer things in life but do it exceptionally well. Others are all over the place and do lots of things but end up performing at a mediocre level.

The former are unable to do average work. Their DNA is such that they get nervous when they see a product or service done below par. The latter are unable to see how much better they could do if they put a little bit more effort in preparation and focus.

It is amazing what preparation
does to your outcome. Yet many people go about attending to important work without adequate preparation and follow through.

The secret to exceptional work includes:

⁃    Good prep
⁃    Doing less things
⁃    Putting extra effort

Start saying No to things that are not crucial; instead invest time saved by going the extra mile on important projects.