A METTA Coaching Model Reflection Working hard  often follows patterns, more documents, more processes, more bureaucracy. Busy activity may increase effort, yet slow the pace and dilute meaningful results. Working smart  begins with consciousness.Awareness of the moment, clarity of circumstance, foresight in planning, and intention toward what truly matters. METTA reminds us: It is not how much we do, but how consciously we choose what deserves our energy. Work smart is not l