The Philosophy of Selective Excellence

Selective excellence is not laziness. It is strategy. We only have so much energy, so we invest it where our gifts make the greatest difference.

Letting some areas be simply functional frees time and attention for the projects that deserve depth.

Picking Your Arenas

List the responsibilities on your plate. Circle the few that define your unique value—those become your excellence zones.

For the rest, define what "good enough" means. Clarity prevents guilt when you resist the pull to over-polish everything.

Maintaining Standards

Excellence requires rhythm. Build routines that support peak performance in your chosen arenas.

Review boundaries often. If new tasks creep into your excellence zones without intention, reset expectations with your team.

Keep it with You

• Choose two areas where you will invest excellence this season.
• Define a "good enough" standard for tasks outside those arenas.
• Communicate your focus so collaborators know where you shine and where you need support.