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Podcast: How to define productivity

How to define (and think about) productivity

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On this episode, we chat about how to define productivity—and how what productivity means has changed over time, especially with the advent of knowledge work. Topics covered include:

  • The misconceptions we have about productivity;
  • How time management is less important than it used to be;
  • How the productivity landscape has shifted;
  • How most productivity advice falls into three categories: time, attention, and energy;
  • The power of intention;
  • Asymmetries of importance in our work and life;
  • A new definition of productivity;
  • Aligning productivity with your values;
  • Guilt, doubt, worry, and productivity

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Chris Bailey
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Chris Bailey

Chris is the bestselling author of four books—Intentional, How to Calm Your Mind, Hyperfocus, and The Productivity Project—which have been published in more than 40 languages. He also hosts the Intentional AI podcast, writes a biweekly newsletter, The Recap, and speaks to audiences around the world on how they can become more productive without hating the process.

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