Scott H Young Podcast (Ep 289) - The paradox of productivity
Mar 5, 2024
Delving into the paradox of productivity, the podcast explores a new approach focusing on quality work and happiness over busyness. It challenges conventional ideas of productivity, using John McPhee's creative work as an example.
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Paradox of Productivity
- True productivity isn't about constant work and checking off tasks.
- It's about achieving important accomplishments and feeling happy, as argued by Ali Abdaal in "Feel Good Productivity".
Mismeasuring Productivity
- Cal Newport's "Slow Productivity" argues we misjudge knowledge worker productivity.
- We often equate busyness with productivity, leading to stress without excellent work.
Cal Newport's Productivity Principles
- Focus on doing fewer things, working at a natural pace, and obsessing over quality.
- This advice from Cal Newport shifts the focus from task completion to legacy building.