Zell Liew • 8/24/2026

Sharpen The Saw — Only 3 Mins

This article discusses the concept of 'Sharpen the Saw' from Stephen Covey's '7 Habits of Highly Effective People', sharing a personal story about a mentor who prioritized it as the 2nd habit. It uses the woodcutter analogy to illustrate that taking time to sharpen tools (or oneself) is crucial for efficiency. The author admits to previously neglecting self-renewal and now advocates for deliberate, short breaks (like 3 minutes) to maintain effectiveness. The piece emphasizes that self-care doesn't require hours but intentionality, and it ties into personal productivity and change-making.

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