first things first

Meanings

• phrase

  A phrase that emphasizes the importance of dealing with the most pressing or important matters before moving on to others.

  - "In order to manage your time effectively, you need to focus on first things first."
  - "First things first, let's make sure all the essential tasks are completed before the deadline."

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Variants

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first things first , put first things first

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Etymology

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The phrase 'first things first' is a common expression that has been used in English since at least the 19th century.

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Trivia

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1. The phrase 'first things first' is also the title of a popular book by Stephen Covey that focuses on time management and personal productivity.

2. In the Bible, the phrase 'first things first' is used in Matthew 6:33, which says 'But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.'

3. The phrase 'first things first' is also used in the field of mathematics to refer to the order in which functions are evaluated.

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Related Concepts

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1. prioritization: The process of determining the relative importance of tasks or projects and arranging them in order of priority.

2. time management: The process of planning and organizing how to divide your time between specific activities.

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Culture

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The phrase 'first things first' has been used extensively in various fields, including business management, personal productivity, and time management. It emphasizes the importance of prioritizing tasks based on their importance and urgency.

How to Memorize "first things first"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize 'first things first', imagine yourself tackling the most important tasks at the beginning of your day or project.

2. associate
   

   - To associate 'first things first' with a memorable phrase or image, try thinking of the phrase 'eat the frog' which means tackling the most difficult task first.

3. mnemonics
   

   - To create a mnemonic for 'first things first', try using the acronym 'FITF' which stands for 'Focused, Important, Time-sensitive, and Flexible'.

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