Ep. 90: LISTENER CALLS: My Current Scheduling Setup
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
Perfectionism Can Derail Productivity
Struggling with perfectionism can lead to time wastage on trivial tasks that deters productivity. When faced with non-essential issues, such as formatting a table, it's easy to become overly absorbed, resulting in a misalignment with original goals. To combat this, one should recognize when they are nearing a mental block and take a break. Walking away to reassess priorities can facilitate a more productive path, allowing for a decision whether to adjust the schedule for further work on the task or to move on to other responsibilities.
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