How to Be Awesome at Your Job 950: Cal Newport: Slowing Down to Boost Productivity and Ease Stress
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Apr 4, 2024 
Cal Newport, a productivity expert and professor, discusses achieving more by doing less, shifting from activity-based to outcome-based productivity measurement, prioritizing key projects, the power of focus in knowledge work, defining productivity terms, and emphasizing quality work over busyness for long-term productivity.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Maximizing Productivity Through Focused Work
02:58 • 22min
Prioritizing Key Projects and Implementing Constraints
24:56 • 8min
The Power of Focus and Quality in Knowledge Work
32:48 • 7min
Exploring Definitions of Productivity and Focusing on Craft Excellence
40:14 • 5min
Enhancing Writing Experience and Emphasizing Quality Work Over Busyness
44:45 • 2min
Focusing on Quality Accomplishments for Long-Term Productivity
46:25 • 3min