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The Greg McKeown Podcast

137. Anti-Time Management with Richie Norton (Part 1)

Oct 6, 2022
54:10

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  • Redefine time management by prioritizing personal freedom over control for optimal productivity.
  • Enhance productivity by aligning tasks with personal purpose through project stacking for interconnected goal achievement.

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The Origin of Time Management and Its Impact on Modern Work Practices

Time management, historically designed to control and maximize worker output during the industrial revolution, is explored. Frederick Taylor's principles of scientific management focused on separating workers' minds from their tasks to increase productivity. The emphasis was on control rather than freedom, with time management intended to extract maximum effort from employees.

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