Chasing the perfect productivity system can feel like a full-time job. One minute you’re testing out a new app, the next you’re knee-deep in automation scripts — yet your to-do list keeps growing. Sound familiar?

In this episode, we explore why stepping away from the noise and ignoring most productivity advice might be your most productive move. From a surprising Reddit post to personal stories of simplification, we unpack how doing less — and doing it more intentionally — can lead to bigger results.

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Top 3 Productivity Resources [02:38]
Are you optimizing… or just avoiding the real work? [05:19]
When productivity hacks backfire (and how to spot the signs) [16:26]
Our favorite real-life simplifications that made everything easier [26:17]
How to know when to double down vs. switch things up [31:08]

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