Busy is the New Stupid framework
Busy is the New Stupid framework - A tactical framework, examining how busyness compromises cognitive function, strategic thinking, and effectiveness. Created by Ross Young.
Authors
| Authors and/or Contributors |
|---|
| Ross Young |
T1001 Meeting Overload
Calendar filled with back-to-back meetings with no preparation time
Internal MISP references
UUID 13d6f445-f73c-4cb9-9af2-0f7111daa884 which can be used as unique global reference for T1001 Meeting Overload in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T1001 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Initial Access'] |
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T1002 Email Bombardment
Overwhelming inbox creating constant interruption cycles
Internal MISP references
UUID 3e4bfc14-3fd1-4c27-8844-a46b6c4bdd1e which can be used as unique global reference for T1002 Email Bombardment in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T1002 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Initial Access'] |
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T1003 Urgency Injection
Everything marked as urgent/high priority, eliminating discernment
Internal MISP references
UUID 9fd4164f-da3c-45e5-a75d-c8e1316914ab which can be used as unique global reference for T1003 Urgency Injection in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T1003 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Initial Access'] |
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T2001 Multitasking Deployment
Attempting multiple tasks simultaneously, reducing effectiveness
Internal MISP references
UUID 7e15cb80-3529-4049-90d0-52f6b75c4561 which can be used as unique global reference for T2001 Multitasking Deployment in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T2001 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Execution'] |
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T2002 Context Switching
Rapid switching between unrelated tasks destroying deep work
Internal MISP references
UUID 1b9a9e84-1868-4719-86cf-9c34eed40b8e which can be used as unique global reference for T2002 Context Switching in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T2002 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Execution'] |
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T2003 Reactive Mode
Rapid switching between unrelated tasks destroying deep work
Internal MISP references
UUID 8b1a41a8-a2d0-4225-b09c-0f535ba9d70c which can be used as unique global reference for T2003 Reactive Mode in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T2003 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Execution'] |
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T3001 Always-On Culture
Expectation of 24/7 availability and instant responses
Internal MISP references
UUID fd0908af-0562-4db5-90c5-0b031da32f42 which can be used as unique global reference for T3001 Always-On Culture in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T3001 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Persistence'] |
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T3002 Productivity Theater
Performative busyness valued over actual results
Internal MISP references
UUID b44e5465-ee08-4f58-871f-7ae7d4750957 which can be used as unique global reference for T3002 Productivity Theater in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T3002 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Persistence'] |
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T3003 FOMO Reinforcement
Fear of missing out keeps engagement with non-essential activities
Internal MISP references
UUID b704bb1f-2265-4277-b58a-2668eb99fc51 which can be used as unique global reference for T3003 FOMO Reinforcement in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T3003 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Persistence'] |
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T4001 Boundary Erosion
Gradual elimination of work-life boundaries
Internal MISP references
UUID 8ad4e092-7aed-4518-8af3-eea1f4c4fefb which can be used as unique global reference for T4001 Boundary Erosion in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T4001 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Defense Evasion'] |
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T4002 Priority Confusion
Important vs urgent distinction becomes impossible to maintain
Internal MISP references
UUID abbd2d6b-0a13-44fb-a200-51e32662af88 which can be used as unique global reference for T4002 Priority Confusion in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T4002 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Defense Evasion'] |
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T4003 Delegation Avoidance
Belief that you must do everything yourself
Internal MISP references
UUID 224f0977-0d08-475d-8e4d-330dd3a79aae which can be used as unique global reference for T4003 Delegation Avoidance in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T4003 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Defense Evasion'] |
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T5001 Strategic Blindness
Unable to see big picture or long-term goals
Internal MISP references
UUID ccbd1251-4293-493a-a014-16a469acaa0d which can be used as unique global reference for T5001 Strategic Blindness in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T5001 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Impact'] |
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T5002 Decision Quality Degradation
Rushed decisions based on incomplete information
Internal MISP references
UUID 92f25b68-73d5-4118-8670-0ecd186b7b8a which can be used as unique global reference for T5002 Decision Quality Degradation in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T5002 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Impact'] |
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T5003 Creative Capacity Destruction
No mental space for innovation or deep thinking
Internal MISP references
UUID 9ce247ac-edf4-4a85-8956-0243aa635d6e which can be used as unique global reference for T5003 Creative Capacity Destruction in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T5003 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Impact'] |
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T5004 Relationship Erosion
Superficial interactions replace meaningful connections
Internal MISP references
UUID f5b9cedf-1fea-468d-8e10-532e433460e1 which can be used as unique global reference for T5004 Relationship Erosion in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | T5004 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-technique:Impact'] |
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D0001 Intentionality Over Activity
Every commitment should align with explicit goals and values, not just fill time
Internal MISP references
UUID 7973bd3f-e264-4972-ba16-473fba5b6130 which can be used as unique global reference for D0001 Intentionality Over Activity in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D0001 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Universal Defense'] |
D0002 Regular Systems Audits
Monthly review of all recurring commitments to eliminate what no longer serves you
Internal MISP references
UUID b717b154-856c-4ebd-ace5-d5b84c7a2930 which can be used as unique global reference for D0002 Regular Systems Audits in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D0002 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Universal Defense'] |
D0003 Strategic Saying No
Every commitment should align with explicit goals and values, not just fill time
Internal MISP references
UUID a5bee4ad-baa1-431c-93a4-139edd7965e4 which can be used as unique global reference for D0003 Strategic Saying No in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D0003 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Universal Defense'] |
D0004 Sustainable Pace
Every commitment should align with explicit goals and values, not just fill time
Internal MISP references
UUID f9bc8339-0ba6-47df-9e5a-ca2eaac7a1eb which can be used as unique global reference for D0004 Sustainable Pace in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D0004 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Universal Defense'] |
D1001 Calendar Auditing
Review all recurring meetings quarterly require justification for continuation
Internal MISP references
UUID 9762e5af-5040-4759-a887-e39f6786ec8c which can be used as unique global reference for D1001 Calendar Auditing in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D1001 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Initial Access'] |
D1002 Meeting-Free Blocks
Designate specific days or half-days as no-meeting zones for deep work
Internal MISP references
UUID 3db9206f-e128-4977-8200-f59ff26321e8 which can be used as unique global reference for D1002 Meeting-Free Blocks in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D1002 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Initial Access'] |
D1003 Email Triage System
Implement filters and scheduled checking times instead of constant monitoring
Internal MISP references
UUID afe28ec0-feab-4eff-adf8-6ab6b68ea3ab which can be used as unique global reference for D1003 Email Triage System in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D1003 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Initial Access'] |
D1004 Priority Classification Training
Establish clear criteria for urgency levels and enforce consistent usage
Internal MISP references
UUID 2c328a30-06fc-4355-9ffd-73f93678a90b which can be used as unique global reference for D1004 Priority Classification Training in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D1004 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Initial Access'] |
D2001 Single-Tasking Protocol
Work on one task at a time with all other apps and tabs closed
Internal MISP references
UUID 31d8705d-e455-461b-9e2c-6a3f1bb0a739 which can be used as unique global reference for D2001 Single-Tasking Protocol in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D2001 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Execution'] |
D2002 Task Batching
Group similar tasks together to minimize context switching costs
Internal MISP references
UUID 709782be-7aa1-41ab-8f97-4ad4c1541d2a which can be used as unique global reference for D2002 Task Batching in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D2002 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Execution'] |
D2003 Pomodoro Technique
Use 25-minute focused work sessions with 5-minute breaks
Internal MISP references
UUID c9f2a0b1-130e-4cca-baf2-35eed2c8388e which can be used as unique global reference for D2003 Pomodoro Technique in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D2003 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Execution'] |
D2004 Proactive Planning Time
Dedicate first hour of day to planning rather than reacting to demands
Internal MISP references
UUID f3cf1bc2-223c-4b5e-b46a-4befc8e12986 which can be used as unique global reference for D2004 Proactive Planning Time in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D2004 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Execution'] |
D3001 Digital Sunset
Strict cutoff time for all work devices (e.g., 7 PM) to force psychological detachment
Internal MISP references
UUID 5d44d8e3-c97a-4523-9946-c091e2dce773 which can be used as unique global reference for D3001 Digital Sunset in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D3001 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Persistence'] |
D3002 Outcome-Based Metrics
Shift focus from "hours online" to "results delivered" to combat theater
Internal MISP references
UUID 4ac10d99-59e1-4af4-bac2-2192c6db02d4 which can be used as unique global reference for D3002 Outcome-Based Metrics in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D3002 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Persistence'] |
D3003 JOMO Practice
Embrace the "Joy of Missing Out" by intentionally ignoring non-critical threads
Internal MISP references
UUID afffbb10-928e-4452-9d95-3bf921ae9bc8 which can be used as unique global reference for D3003 JOMO Practice in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D3003 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Persistence'] |
D3004 Availability SLAs
Publish expected response times (e.g., "I reply within 24 hours") to set expectations
Internal MISP references
UUID 0470ca03-8317-4354-9f36-4ea42e342f9e which can be used as unique global reference for D3004 Availability SLAs in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D3004 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Persistence'] |
D4001 Transition Ceremonies
Create rituals that mark the end of work (closing laptop, changing clothes, walk)
Internal MISP references
UUID d06cb95e-e3f5-410e-afdc-7d4db70dd540 which can be used as unique global reference for D4001 Transition Ceremonies in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D4001 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Defense Evasion'] |
D4002 MIT (Most Important Things) Method
Identify 1-3 must-do tasks daily and complete them before anything else
Internal MISP references
UUID 9417a368-83df-47b1-8263-85ac13d46f3d which can be used as unique global reference for D4002 MIT (Most Important Things) Method in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D4002 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Defense Evasion'] |
D4003 80/20 Task Analysis
Regularly identify which 20% of activities produce 80% of results and focus there
Internal MISP references
UUID 66237a3b-2169-4c21-89b6-f3042072c4d2 which can be used as unique global reference for D4003 80/20 Task Analysis in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D4003 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Defense Evasion'] |
D4004 Team Capacity Building
Invest time upfront in training and empowering others to reduce long-term dependencies
Internal MISP references
UUID a17c8d9d-af6e-4a67-9230-26d55ac30710 which can be used as unique global reference for D4004 Team Capacity Building in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D4004 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Defense Evasion'] |
D5001 Vision Boarding Sessions
Monthly half-day retreats to reconnect with long-term vision and adjust course
Internal MISP references
UUID d96d4980-cafe-490c-b906-dc0bd254fb10 which can be used as unique global reference for D5001 Vision Boarding Sessions in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D5001 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Impact'] |
D5002 Pre-Commitment Strategy
Sleep on major decisions and consult trusted advisors before committing
Internal MISP references
UUID 46354c0f-9a53-46b1-a3b6-11dd9ebed98b which can be used as unique global reference for D5002 Pre-Commitment Strategy in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D5002 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Impact'] |
D5003 Boredom Cultivation
Deliberately schedule unstructured time for mind-wandering and creative breakthroughs
Internal MISP references
UUID 6bbba88c-1557-4116-a9cb-4ad9a338a435 which can be used as unique global reference for D5003 Boredom Cultivation in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D5003 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Impact'] |
D5004 Connection Rituals
Establish non-negotiable quality time with important people without devices or distractions
Internal MISP references
UUID 0139869a-73ea-4416-b623-80fcde3ee232 which can be used as unique global reference for D5004 Connection Rituals in MISP communities and other software using the MISP galaxy
Associated metadata
| Metadata key | Value |
|---|---|
| external_id | D5004 |
| kill_chain | ['bitns-mitigation:Impact'] |