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May 31
13m 52s

Distracted... Again!

Noah Kagan
About this episode

This month I've been thinking a lot about distractions and how easy it is to spend time on things that feel productive while avoiding the one thing that actually matters.

I've been getting distracted by stocks and NBA bets, using AI as a weirdly effective therapist after an argument with my wife, and finally the big focus reset we're making at AppSumo.

If you've been feeling scattered, stuck, or like you're busy but not really moving forward… this one's for you. 🎧

In this episode, you'll learn:

  • Why Distractions usually reveal the real problem.

  • What a clear plan feels like under stress.

  • How you can kickstart your mid-year reset.

Links & resources mentioned:

• AppSumo  https://appsumo.com
• TidyCal  https://tidycal.com
• SendFox  https://sendfox.com
• FormRobin  https://formrobin.com
• Follow Noah on X  https://twitter.com/noahkagan
• My book Million Dollar Weekend  https://milliondollarweekend.com

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