Pretend you are a hunter, like the beloved cartoon character Elmer Fudd, tramping through the forest in search of a prize to take home. According to the Rev. David Blood, identifying “survival” tasks can help you make the best use of your week before tackling “non-survival” items. By rethinking your schedule like a careful hunter, you’ll be better equipped to target what truly matters.

A trend called microshifting is gaining popularity among business leaders looking to boost productivity. By concentrating on short, intense bursts of work, employees may find renewed focus—provided they have the proper guidelines to keep things efficient.