The Work From Home Show S5E13: Time Management with Oliver Burkeman
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Aug 17, 2024 
Oliver Burkeman, a New York Times bestselling author known for his insightful takes on happiness and time management, shares powerful insights on living meaningfully. He discusses the alarming decline in life expectancy and offers practical time management tips to prioritize effectively. Burkeman introduces the 'three to four hours' rule for creative work, digs into the pitfalls of the Attention Economy, and redefines happiness as a pursuit of meaningfulness rather than mere joy. Social media's role in distraction is also explored, alongside reflections on pandemic-induced reevaluations of life.
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Limited Time
- Most time management advice ignores our limited lifespans.
- We should accept our limitations instead of trying to do everything.
Prioritize Today
- Focus on what truly matters now, not just future preparations.
- Avoid thinking you'll have more time later; prioritize today.
Limit Work in Progress
- Limit your work in progress to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
- Focus on completing a few key projects sequentially for better progress.