The Minimalists 435 | Do Fewer Things
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Mar 18, 2024 
The Minimalists podcast discusses slow productivity principles with Cal Newport and the urge to quit social media. Topics include redefining productivity, valuing quality over busyness, and the power of slow productivity. The discussion also covers social media strategy, content creation challenges, and the importance of intentional engagement over algorithm problems.
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Busyness vs. Productivity
- We often equate productivity with visible activity, not useful output.
- Problem-solving becomes a performance when we prioritize appearing busy over producing valuable results.
Principles of Slow Productivity
- Focus on three principles: do fewer things, work at a natural pace, and obsess over quality.
- These principles offer a more sustainable and meaningful approach to productivity.
Quality Over Quantity
- Obsessing over quality, not impressing others, is key.
- High-quality work makes slowness a necessity, not a burden.