Have you ever ended a busy day feeling like you accomplished nothing that really mattered?
In this TEDx talk, I challenge one of the biggest misconceptions about productivity and share a simple tool called The Pillow Test—a question that can help you focus on what matters most and feel more successful at the end of each day.
Click below to watch.
What You’ll Learn
In this TEDx talk, you’ll discover:
- Why being busy doesn’t automatically lead to feeling accomplished
- The surprising reason high achievers often end the day feeling behind
- How one simple question can help you focus on what matters most
- A practical tool you can use every morning to create more successful days
What People Are Saying
“Three thumbs up, Mridu! Love the reframed question, especially when you future-think what you will regret not having done something that day.”
–@NicoleBaumgarten-z6g
“Enjoyed this talk. Very practical approach to rethinking productivity. I liked the way Mridu used humor to keep the audience engaged, too. Excellent presentation!!”
-@arunashah6610
“Mridu, what a great storyteller you are. I’m looking forward to applying your techniques.”
-@HollyDuckworth
“So practical, engaging, and enjoyable. Loved the flow, the examples, the visuals, and the perspective-changing question. Well done!”
–@bryanbuckleyspeaks7
“Awesome delivery of a very important topic! A perfect combination of wit and actionable change! “
-@nupursashti1026
The Pillow Test
At the heart of my talk is a simple question: “When my head hits the pillow tonight, what would make me feel successful?”
Most people start the day focused on what they need to get done.
The Pillow Test shifts the focus to how you want to feel when the day is over.
Before your day begins, take a moment to answer that question.
Then let your answer guide your decisions, priorities, and attention throughout the day.
Behind The Red Dot
I walked off the TEDx stage and burst into tears. I forgot a few lines, stumbled, and lost my place. I remember thinking, “Well, that was a disaster.”
Fast forward to the week it went live. Since then, my inbox has filled with messages, comments, and kind notes from people sharing how much the message resonated with them. (And no, they’re not all related to me.)
Apparently, the biggest critic in the room was standing on the red dot.
If you’ve ever ended a busy day wondering, “I did a lot… so why do I still feel like I got nothing done?”…This talk is for you. It’s about one simple shift that will help you feel successful every day. If it resonates with you and you’re up for helping me get this message in front of more people, here are three easy ways:
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