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The unexpected key to boosting your productivity | Dan Shipper

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Mar 29, 2023
In this engaging talk, Dan Shipper, an entrepreneur focused on productivity and emotional mastery, shares unconventional insights into boosting efficiency. He emphasizes that emotional awareness—overcoming guilt and fear—is essential for productivity. Dan candidly discusses his own struggles with chaos in managing a startup and advocates for using self-observation and experimentation as tools to break through barriers. Ultimately, he reveals how recognizing our emotions can unlock our true potential in achieving more.
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ADVICE

Three Steps to Productivity

  • Be aware of productivity problems.
  • Observe what's happening without judgment and experiment with solutions.
ANECDOTE

Dan's Inbox Struggle

  • Dan Shipper struggled with email management as a CEO.
  • He realized his inbox would become a mess after busy periods or avoiding a single email.
ADVICE

Experiment to Find Solutions

  • Experiment with new solutions to find what works for you.
  • Don't be limited by preconceptions; try unconventional solutions.
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