Here are some examples of the difference between consuming and creating:

• Refreshing your email inbox and reading the messages that you receive (consume) versus reaching out and getting in touch with people (create)
• Watching entertaining videos (consume) versus brainstorming ideas for a project you’re interested in (create)
• Listening to tutorials and reading guides (consume) versus taking notes and putting them into practice (create)

A Most Important Task (MIT) is a critical task that will create the most significant results. Every day, create a list of two or three M.I.T.s, and focus on getting them done as soon as possible. Keep this list separate from your general to-do list. - The Personal MBA