Staying Sharp: How They Get It All Done

What do some of the most productive people on the planet do to stay focused, despite responsibilities and expectations that would stop most of us in our tracks? Sure, many of them have top-notch assistants or a big staff, but they also have personal strategies for staying sane and on task. Some tips from the pros:

CONDOLEEZZA RICE

Secretary of State

She works much like the NFL quarterbacks she so admires: boning up, calling the plays, relying on teammates, pushing forward. She trains like an athlete too: a junk-free diet and daily workouts. A master multitasker and cell-phone freak, Rice does...

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