Deep Questions with Cal Newport Ep. 34: Habit Tune-Up: Productivity Chimeras, OmniFocus, and Finding Time to Write
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Oct 9, 2020 This mini-episode dives into tuning-up productivity in a distraction-filled world. It tackles the concept of productivity chimeras and the art of capturing tasks effectively. Discussions include the merits of using OmniFocus and strategies to manage an early email habit within teams. Listeners also receive tips on carving out writing time amidst busy schedules. Lastly, it touches on the common struggles writers face, urging resilience and skill-building to conquer creative roadblocks.
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Household Productivity System
- Implement a household productivity system with a weekly plan and collection box.
- Process the box daily and schedule specific times for household tasks.
Capture, Configure, Control Chimera
- Ryan, a software engineer, struggles with the "capture, configure, control" productivity strategy.
- Cal Newport explains his process of moving tasks from his notebook to Trello or his calendar.
Choosing the Right Tool
- Choose productivity tools based on your needs and preferences, not just features.
- If detailed task management motivates you, consider OmniFocus; if simplicity is key, try Trello.
