Slow Productivity
Author: Cal Newport
Title: Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment without Burnout
Quote:
“The idea that busyness is a badge of honor is a dangerous myth that leads to a life of stress and unfulfillment.” - Cal Newport
Why I love it:
There are those lessons that life finds a way to remind you of again and again. This is mine; that doing more work isn’t always better.
It’s a reminder of some basic strategies for creating sustainable productivity: do fewer things, work at a natural pace, and focus on quality over quantity.
How I use it:
Creating a focus list of 1-3 things for my day, week, and month
Aligning those tasks with specific goals or focus areas
Taking breaks as part of my work not as a reward
How are you leaning into a more intentional way of showing up to your job?
