Focused 103: Systems & Challenges
Jul 7, 2020
The hosts share their unique approaches to productivity, including a hybrid system mixing analog and digital methods. They discuss the importance of establishing shutdown routines and the benefits of taking sabbaticals for personal growth. Creativity sparks as they tackle productivity challenges, encouraging listeners to embrace their own. The conversation also touches on the balance between using technology and practicing mindfulness, highlighting the struggles of staying focused in a distracted world.
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Daily Shutdown Routine
- Establish a daily shutdown routine to boost productivity and sanity.
- This routine creates a clear division between work and personal time.
Shutdown Routine Struggle
- David Sparks recounts a recent instance where he failed to maintain his shutdown routine due to a lengthy client call.
- This failure emphasizes the ongoing struggle to maintain this beneficial habit.
Tech-Assisted Shutdown
- Use recurring calendar events, keyboard maestro scripts, and soon, time-based shortcuts to enforce a shutdown routine.
- Combine these with physical or digital checkboxes to track daily adherence.
