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Slow Productivity: Cal Newport On How To Escape Burnout, Do Your Best Work & Achieve More By Doing Less
The Rich Roll Podcast
Redefining Productivity to Focus on Results over Activity
The traditional definition of productivity revolves around constant activity, mainly through tasks like responding to emails. This narrow view stems from the lack of alternative definitions. By reimagining productivity to emphasize producing valuable results rather than mere activity, organizations can shift focus towards more meaningful work. This shift involves doing fewer tasks but ensuring that they are of high quality and value, moving away from the detrimental culture of overwhelming busyness perpetuated by excessive email communication.
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