Maximize Your Output: The 80/20 Rule—Too Simple to Be True?

Friday, 8:30 AM MDT

Ever feel like you're spinning your wheels on tasks that barely move the needle? It's time to flip the script with the 80/20 rule—where 20% of your efforts drive 80% of your results. This talk provides background on how the 80/20 rule transforms productivity at work and home, helping you identify and focus on the tasks that truly matter while minimizing distractions, low-impact work, and yes—no more chasing squirrels! You'll learn practical strategies to prioritize with pinpoint clarity, eliminate time-wasters, incorporate simple meditation techniques, and multiply your impact.

With real-world examples, hands-on techniques, and a touch of humor, you'll walk away ready to do less but achieve so much more. Because why work harder when you can work smarter?

About Hunter Milligan

Hunter Milligan

Hunter has worked and consulted at Fortune 500 companies and has experienced the full spectrum of challenges in software development. As a long time developer turned manager, he’s navigated the high-stress chaos of tight deadlines, shifting priorities, and working with diverse personalities.

For the past 15+ years, Hunter has been coaching teams and individuals to not only survive but thrive. His secret sauce? Practical strategies and easy-to-use meditation techniques tailored to the daily lives of developers and managers. Hunter is focused on assisting engineers to find calm in the chaos, boost productivity, and think with newfound clarity — all while remembering to breathe. After all, the code may be complicated, but staying calm doesn’t need to be.

When not traveling the states or the rest of the world, Hunter greatly enjoys mountain biking, snowboarding, and tai chi.

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