Ep. 235: Is Productivity Overrated?
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Today’s Deep Question: Does Cal Still Think That Productivity is Overrated? [6:46]
- Should I abandon my careful plan when I get on a roll? [30:47]
- How do I achieve slow-and-steady work mode? [35:38]
- How do I make my the most out of idle time? [41:37]
- How does a deep work lover survive the shallows? [47:34]
- Does productivity require that you’re anti-social? [51:16]
Something Interesting: Rethinking productivity in academia [1:02:44]
Links:
calnewport.com/blog/2007/08/31/dangerous-ideas-productivity-is-overrated/ (https://www.calnewport.com/blog/2007/08/31/dangerous-ideas-productivity-is-overrated/ )
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