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Work the Least for It

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Feb 19, 2020
Explore the idea that happiness can lead to a less burdensome work life. Discover how decision-making shapes our effectiveness and impacts success. Learn from the strategies of successful figures like Warren Buffett, emphasizing the importance of quality decisions over sheer volume. Uncover how effective leverage can amplify your influence, making the journey to fulfillment less arduous.
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INSIGHT

Decision Quality over Hard Work

  • In the modern age, decision quality is paramount due to increased leverage through code, media, and capital.
  • Smart individuals leverage every decision, making decision-making quality more crucial than hard work.
ANECDOTE

Buffett's Decision-Making

  • Warren Buffett's success stems from making a few high-quality decisions annually, spending most of his time reading and thinking.
  • This demonstrates that good decision-making, not constant activity, leads to success.
INSIGHT

Peace and Effectiveness

  • A peaceful mind and less reliance on momentary pleasure improve decision-making.
  • Increased effectiveness outweighs reduced drive, leading to better outcomes.
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