How World-Class CEOs Prioritize: Eric Partaker’s Cheat Sheet That’s Changing the Game

A step-by-step system that cuts through noise and helps leaders execute what truly matters.

“You don’t need more time. You need better priorities.”

That one sentence from peak performance expert Eric Partaker stopped over 1,500 professionals in their scroll. In a world where executive overwhelm is the norm, Partaker’s simple yet actionable cheat sheet on prioritization sparked intense discussion — and offered clarity many didn’t know they needed.

Who’s Behind the Post?

Eric Partaker is a globally recognized CEO coach, McKinsey alumnus, and bestselling author, known for helping leaders operate at the highest level. He’s coached founders, executives, and even Olympians — and now, through his viral LinkedIn post, he’s bringing that wisdom to the wider business community.

The post arrives at a critical time, as hybrid workforces and global teams stretch leaders thinner than ever. With thousands of reactions, it’s become more than a tip — it’s a toolkit.

What’s in the Cheat Sheet?

Partaker’s framework is built around 9 productivity tools, categorized for individuals, teams, and leaders. Each tool is curated to tackle overwhelm through decision clarity, scheduling, and accountability:

1. For Individuals:

• Eisenhower Matrix – Urgent vs. Important.

• 3-3-3 Method – Focus on 3 major outputs per day.

• Time Blocking – Allocate time with intention.

2. For Teams:

• ABCDE Method – Rank tasks by importance.

• MoSCoW Method – Categorize work by priority.

• Kanban Board – Visual task tracking.

3. For Leaders:

• Warren Buffett’s 25/5 Rule – Ruthlessly eliminate distractions.

• Pareto Principle – Double down on the 20% that delivers 80%.

• Theory of Constraints – Identify and solve bottlenecks.

“Not everything can be a priority,” Partaker reminds us. “Decide wisely. Focus and act.”

What the Community Said

Leaders across industries resonated with the post:

• Visakh R J called it a game-changer for project managers: “The real battle isn’t time, it’s attention.”

• Abdulbasit Bakare praised it for its clarity: “This is gold! Saved to share with my team.”

• Joanna Miler said it best: “Prioritization isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what matters most.”

Others reflected on its cultural impact, noting that consistency, habits, and courage to say no are just as crucial as tactics.

Our Perspective

From a legal and exeutive advisory lens, Eric’s cheat sheet aligns closely with strategic planning clauses, executive role definitions, and even board-level decision matrices. These tools are not just for internal time management—they’re foundational to contracts, governance structures, and leadership accountability.

In our own work advising founders and C-suite leaders, we’ve seen firsthand how lack of prioritization can derail high-stakes projects. Embedding frameworks like these into strategic planning documents and operational handbooks is an edge few companies leverage.

Final Thought

Eric ends with a sharp choice for leaders:
“Adapt. Or be forgotten.”

As simple as it is bold, the takeaway is this: priorities shape outcomes — not just productivity. If you’re leading a team, a company, or even yourself, the question is no longer what needs to get done — it’s what deserves to be done now.

So, what’s on your top 5 list today?

Click here to visit LinkedIn post