Deep Questions with Cal Newport Ep. 81: How Do I Avoid Burnout?
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Mar 22, 2021 Burnout in high-pressure jobs, especially in tech, is tackled with practical strategies for a healthier work-life balance. Discover how to measure effectiveness in vague roles and the path to becoming a better leader. Tips on improving writing skills for non-fiction authors are shared. The impact of email overload and social media on focus is explored, highlighting the benefits of digital minimalism. The importance of nurturing deep thinking in kids and navigating emotional turmoil for better focus wraps up a insightful discussion on personal growth and productivity.
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Rooted Productivity
- Maintain a document listing your core productivity systems and strategies.
- This document should be high-level, pointing to subsidiary documents for specific details.
Avoiding Burnout
- Avoid cognitive burnout by working deeply but in reasonable amounts of time, like an athlete trains.
- Manage overload by minimizing tasks and organizing remaining work effectively.
Measuring Effectiveness in Government
- In amorphous government jobs, effectiveness is measured by how others treat you.
- Focus on organization, policy knowledge, and process improvement to build trust and responsibility.
