CORE | IGNORE

Focus framework for startup founders

4
Core Tasks
4
Ignore Tasks
2
High Priority
8
Total Items

CORE

4

Essential tasks that drive your project forward. Focus here first.

Build MVP with core features only

high

Focus on user authentication and billing

high

Set up analytics and user feedback loops

medium

Create landing page and onboarding flow

medium

IGNORE

4

Distractions and non-essential tasks. Avoid these to stay focused.

Advanced admin dashboard features

low

Complex integrations before product-market fit

medium

Perfect UI/UX polish in early stages

low

Scaling infrastructure prematurely

high

Focus Framework Tips

  • • Keep CORE tasks under 7 items for maximum focus
  • • High priority CORE tasks should be your daily focus
  • • IGNORE list helps you say "no" to distractions
  • • Review and update weekly as priorities shift