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Ep. 265: Big Ideas for Deeper Living
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
The Power of Saying No: Essentialism and Work Productivity
Saying no can make you more valuable by allowing you to focus on fewer, more important projects. By saying no to most things, a person was promoted at work as he gained attention for producing great work by focusing on fewer tasks. This approach emphasizes that doing fewer things better can create more value for both the individual and the employer, challenging the idea that more tasks equate to more value. Essentialism, as highlighted in McEwen's book, is a strategy that advocates doing less, not just to reduce stress, but as a means to excel in one's work by prioritizing quality over quantity in tasks. This concept has been integrated into the principle of slow productivity, emphasizing the importance of doing fewer tasks efficiently as a strategy for success, whether in a big company or working with clients independently.
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