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Ep. 315: The Surprising Myth of Doing Less

Deep Questions with Cal Newport

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Less is More: Embracing Autonomy in Value Production

In today's knowledge-driven economy, especially within the American landscape, a shift towards valuing less work can lead to increased productivity and value generation. Skilled employees with greater autonomy tend to produce more impactful work, yet they often face pressure to overextend themselves. Recognizing that doing less can yield better results and embracing this approach may enhance overall value creation while alleviating the stress of constant demands for more output.

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