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The Art of Manliness

Get More Done With the Power of Timeboxing

Mar 20, 2024
Marc Zao-Sanders, CEO of filtered.com and author of "Timeboxing: The Power of Doing One Thing at a Time," reveals the transformative productivity method of timeboxing. He explains how setting specific time limits for tasks can enhance focus and reduce anxiety. The conversation dives into practical tips for capturing your to-dos, managing distractions, and turning daily chaos into intention. Zao-Sanders shares personal anecdotes that showcase how timeboxing can also serve as a valuable record of life's moments, helping you reclaim control over your time.
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Quick takeaways

  • Timeboxing enhances productivity by focusing on one task at a time and avoiding multitasking.
  • Timeboxing helps individuals live intentionally by planning key tasks with specific start and end times.

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Understanding Timeboxing as a Productivity Tool

Timeboxing is a simple system for spending more time on what matters, living intentionally. It involves planning key tasks with specific start and end times, avoiding multitasking, and focusing on completing tasks to a 'good enough' standard, not perfection.

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