
A Productivity Podclass with Cal Newport
The Next Big Idea
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Rethinking Productivity: Lessons from Austen and Hunter-Gatherers
This chapter examines the misconceptions regarding Jane Austen's productivity and highlights the importance of 'slow productivity' in achieving meaningful accomplishments. By contrasting modern work culture with the lifestyles of prehistoric hunter-gatherers, it argues for a natural work rhythm that promotes both leisure and productivity.
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