If I were about to do this over, and this time I know everything I’ve just learned, would I do it again?  This question can help you sort out activities you might want to stop doing.

Brian Tracy says this is one of  his favorite techniques in The Power of Clarity. He calls this “Zero-based Thinking”.

Kathy Kolbe has developed a truly unique personality profile that helps you see how you best interact with the world.  These skills and attributes are your source of strength and excellence.  Build on them!

What are you completely missing?  Everyone has large areas of knowledge or skills that they are unaware of.  Perhaps some of it would help you become happier or more effective.  Where to get started?

• Ask a successful acquaintance.
• Read.  Read more. Preferably nonfiction or periodicals you’d never ordinarily pick up.
• Consider the opposite course of action.
• Third-person thinking; how would a reasonable neutral party assess a situation?

Of the issues that seem obvious to you, a few are actually rather unseen to others. Look closely here to identify your unique ability. These ideas and skills are leading you to your best contribution.