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Ep. 253: Making Time for What Matters (w/ Laura Vanderkam)

Deep Questions with Cal Newport

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Effective Time Management Strategies for Productive Days

Control your time, say yes to something only if you would be happy to do it tomorrow, and have your ideal week in mind. These are the three pieces of advice given by the speaker. Planning your week ahead helps you to manage your workload and gives you a sense of control. Saying yes to something in six months just to feel good about yourself and deferring the cost will cause stress and anxiety later. Having your ideal week in mind when making decisions helps you prioritize what's important for you and prevents overwhelm.

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