Autonomy and Efficacy Shape Our Work Life

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Excessive venting about work issues often indicates a deeper problem of feeling trapped in a lack of autonomy and efficacy. When an individual is overwhelmed by negativity regarding their job, it can signify a sense of hopelessness and disconnection from meaningful work. This mindset can prove damaging over time, undermining overall wellbeing. To combat this, one must focus on building career capital, which involves developing valuable skills that align with their interests. By nurturing career capital, individuals can shift their work life toward more fulfilling and resonant experiences, effectively escaping the cycle of negativity.

One of the more viral suggestions from Cal’s recent book, SLOW PRODUCTIVITY, was to occasionally skip out of work to see a movie. In this episode, Cal dives deep into criticisms of this advice and decodes what this tells us about where knowledge work is faltering and how we can make things better. He then answers questions from listeners and reacts to some productivity advice given from a well-known CEO.

Below are the questions covered in today's episode (with their timestamps). Get your questions answered by Cal! Here’s the link: bit.ly/3U3sTvo

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Deep Dive: [7:47]

- Can I work deeply in my chaotic job? [27:17]

- Can I use my inbox as a task list? [31:36]

- How do you look at travel within your plans for a deep life? [35:12]

- How can I get my partner to stop talking about work? [41:14]

- How do I practice slow productivity with health issues? [44:54]

- CALL: How can I decide on what career path to pursue? [49:14]

CASE STUDY: Switching careers after a 20 year law stint [56:11]

CAL REACTS: The CEO Who Swears by Time Blocking [1:05:04]

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