The Minimalists 459 | Simplework
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Sep 9, 2024 Discover how to declutter your workspace for a more enjoyable work life. Learn tips for minimalism in home offices and how to persuade messy coworkers. The conversation challenges the notion of productivity, advocating for quality over quantity in work output. Explore the pressures of social media and the importance of setting boundaries to enhance clarity. Plus, insights on how delegation can elevate job enjoyment and the thought-provoking idea of how the world might change with a minimalist approach.
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Tamara's Question
- Tamara, working for a non-profit in Alaska, asks how to apply minimalism to her home office.
- She seeks a simple definition of minimalism.
Minimalism Defined
- Minimalism helps us remove clutter to make room for what matters most.
- Clutter is anything that hinders us, and it's subjective to individuals.
Messy vs. Cluttered
- A messy desk doesn't equal a cluttered desk and isn't necessarily linked to genius.
- Organization is subjective and should prioritize functionality.