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Wisdom From The Top with Guy Raz

Do Less to Work Better: Morten Hansen

May 1, 2024
Author Morten Hansen, in an engaging conversation with Guy Raz, discusses how top performers achieve more by working less. They explore the myth of overwork equating to excellence, emphasizing the importance of setting limits and focusing on essential tasks. Hansen's research findings on performance efficiency over long hours are thought-provoking, challenging traditional work norms for success.
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  • Effective collaboration involves embracing disagreements and making decisive calls.
  • Top performers prioritize quality over quantity by focusing on the right priorities and metrics.

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Collaboration and Consensus

Collaboration thrives when leaders avoid consensus and focus on constructive debates. Morton Hanson highlights that agreement should not be the end goal, but rather embracing disagreements and making decisive calls when needed. Consensus can hinder effective collaboration, leading to conformity over innovative discussions.

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