In the box below, type 3–7 things you want or need to do, one item per line, hitting return/enter after each line item; then click Start comparing

There are 5 things on your to-do list, and they seem equally important. So you do none, because you can’t figure out where to start.

This tool can help get you unstuck.

I developed it in 2015 as part of a facilitated board retreat, and I’ve used it with both individuals and groups ever since.

Sometimes using the tool is the answer, and next steps become crystal clear.

Other times this exercise leads to a deeper, richer, more productive conversation about what matters, where to begin, and how to move forward.

Give it a try. It’s anonymous. No answers stored; no follow-up.

NOTE: You will need to record your results; no data are stored here, which means there is no way to send or save your results.

How do you know what’s most important and where to begin?