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Ep. 231: Fight Burnout with Work Cycles
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
Optimal Work Rhythm
Working intensely for a period, then taking a break to cool down and reflect before diving back in is a brilliant strategy that aligns with the natural rhythm of work for humans. This alternating pattern of intense work followed by downtime allows for bug fixes, brainstorming, and a reasonable workload. This cycle of on-off periods is highly effective in maintaining productivity and focus.
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