How To Be Productive Without Burning Out | Cal Newport
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Embracing Slow Productivity
This chapter explores the principle of slow productivity, advocating for a more natural pace of work that contrasts with modern labor expectations. It highlights the significance of managing workload and taking strategic breaks to avoid burnout, while also emphasizing the importance of extending project timelines for better quality and creativity. Through personal anecdotes and examples like Lin-Manuel Miranda and the Beatles, the chapter underscores the balance between perfectionism and productivity, as well as the value of seeking external feedback to refine one's work.
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