The Hunter Method for Productivity

The Hunter Method is a task management and productivity approach named after Dan Hunter, a productivity coach. The method focuses on breaking down tasks into manageable steps and prioritizing them effectively.

I like this because as a Certified Neuro-Science Peak Performance Coach, I know that our conscious mind only account for 5% of our mental activities, compared to 95% used by our subconscious mind. This means that you have to actively call important tasks to mind (e.g. writing things down ), to give them the focus they deserve for a chance to succeed. Writing tasks down and leaving them where you can see them may help but the Hunter Method goes further. Let’s look at the key components of this method which, if followed correctly may help you become more productive.

Capture

The starting point of the Hunter Method is to think, list and capture the tasks and ideas you want to work on in one place. This could be in a journal, a to-do list app, notebook, or any other system that works for you. The goal here is to externalize your thoughts, bringing them forward from your subconscious will prevent them from cluttering your mind.

Clarify

Once you have captured your tasks, take the time to clarify each one of them. Ask yourself what exactly you need to do with each one. By clearly defining the tasks and your desired outcome, you will gain a better understanding of what you need to do to complete them.

Organize

The next step is to organize the tasks in a way that makes sense to you. This can be by categorizing or grouping similar tasks together, or by arranging them based on priority. Use tags, labels or color-coding systems to help you visually organize your tasks.

Prioritize

Assess the importance and urgency of each task, what are their priority levels, how would that impact your goals, what is the overall importance of each task. Focus on high-priority tasks that align with your objectives and have the most significant impact. Consider using deadlines.

Schedule

Once you have prioritized your tasks, it is time to assign specific time-slots or deadlines for completing them. Be realistic. Use a calendar or scheduling tool to create a plan for when and how you will work on each task. Remember that breaking tasks into smaller, manageable chunks and allocating dedicated time-slots will increase the likelihood of you completing them.

Execute

Now is time to take action and start working on your tasks and according to the schedule you created. Focus on one task at a time, avoid multitasking, minimize distractions. Don’t worry (or be distracted) if you encounter any obstacles or challenges, adjust your plan accordingly and continue working towards completion – completion is key.

Review

Regularly review your progress and make necessary adjustments to your task list or schedule. Reflect on what worked well, identify areas for improvement and celebrate all achievements. This step allows you to refine your approach and maintain productivity over time.

Remember that the Hunter’s Method is just one approach to task management. You may find variations or adaptations that work best for your unique needs. The key is to find a system that will help you to stay organized and prioritize effectively, in effect help you to stay motivated and accomplish your tasks.

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