This episode is for you if:
Hustle culture and social media are destroying your creativity
You’ve lost hope of ever being able to do enough
You intuitively know the pace of the world and industry isn’t conducive to creative productivity but need language to understand why
You need a map to more satisfying work life balance that improves both
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Do normal productivity systems not work for you? Are you struggling to stay in a positive place creatively? Are you frustrated with the tips that work for everyone else but not for you? If so, this episode IS for you! Try the anti-system. This shift made a huge difference in my c ... Show More
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Whether you're a podcaster, content creator, artist, or just someone feeling stuck, this episode's for you. I'm diving into the mindset traps that keep us from authentically creating and being inspired. Today's episode I talk about- The need to constantly be creating - Being too ... Show More
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<p>Today’s episode is for those moments when you just can't seem to get going...whether it's a meeting, creative work, or even just answering emails.</p><p>I’ll share my experience from today, how I felt fried right before recording, and the simple shift that turned it ... Show More
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<p>Got endless ideas and goals for your life and business — but not enough bandwidth to make them happen? In this episode, you'll learn how to stop trying to do it all, so you can say YES to what's most important to you. Some seasons of life call for a slower, more focused approa ... Show More
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Ep. 291: Do Better, Do Less
What does the story of the rise of the singing superstar Jewel teach us about escaping busyness in our knowledge work jobs? In this episode, Cal makes the connection, extracting a key lesson about quality as an engine for slowness, and then providing concrete advice and examples ... Show More
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Healthy Productivity with Cal Newport
We’re tired, burnt out, and searching for a reprieve from hustle culture. Something needs to change if we’re going to get to real productivity: doing that is meaningful and fulfilling rather than just checking boxes off an endless to-do list. On today’s episode, Cal Newport joins ... Show More
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