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Ep. 285: The Productivity Paradox

Deep Questions with Cal Newport

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Fixed Schedule Productivity and the Importance of Constraints

In fixed schedule productivity, the key is to preset your working hours and then strategize to fit all your work within those constraints. This approach forces you to find efficient ways to manage your workload and be realistic about the number of tasks you take on. By setting boundaries, you can combat the endless availability of work in today's technologically-driven world and increase your productivity without the need for long working hours.

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