There is a big difference between knowing your priorities (which Jeff describes) and knowing all the little things that need to be done or will cause problems later (what Jeff misses).
I find it very important to have the To Do lists to keep track of all the little promises and expectations. Many of the great leaders I've worked with have done similar. Those that don't have someone else keeping track of their commitments.
Certain creative jobs can be isolated, but jobs that require interacting with others require keeping track of all the details.
There is a big difference between knowing your priorities (which Jeff describes) and knowing all the little things that need to be done or will cause problems later (what Jeff misses).
I find it very important to have the To Do lists to keep track of all the little promises and expectations. Many of the great leaders I've worked with have done similar. Those that don't have someone else keeping track of their commitments.
Certain creative jobs can be isolated, but jobs that require interacting with others require keeping track of all the details.