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Ep. 312: Productivity Basics

Deep Questions with Cal Newport

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Mastering Project Management

This chapter discusses the importance of limiting active projects to enhance productivity by breaking tasks into manageable milestones. It introduces strategies such as establishing shutdown rituals and work-in-progress limits to reduce anxiety and promote a balanced life. The speakers provide insights on achieving an optimal ratio of deep to shallow work to ensure focus and effectiveness across multiple roles.

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