The Jordan Harbinger Show 975: Cal Newport | Reclaiming Time and Focus with Slow Productivity
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Apr 9, 2024 
Cal Newport, author of "Slow Productivity" and a computer science professor, discusses how to reclaim time and focus amidst today's hectic work culture. He proposes redefining productivity, advocating for fewer tasks to improve quality and sustainability while avoiding burnout. Newport critiques the impact of remote work during the pandemic and highlights innovative work models for better balance. He also shares strategies for effective email management and emphasizes valuing quality over mere activity. Tune in for insights on achieving a more fulfilling professional experience!
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Anti-Overload
- People are not anti-productivity, but anti-overload.
- The pandemic worsened knowledge worker overload, making side effects intolerable.
Quiet Quitting
- Quiet quitting, popularized on TikTok, involved Gen Z doing the bare minimum at work.
- It highlighted an antagonistic employer-employee dynamic.
Pseudo-Productivity
- Knowledge work productivity has been defined by visible activity, unlike industrial sectors with clear metrics.
- This "pseudo-productivity" breaks down with digital communication tools, leading to performative busyness.
