I’ve always had a keen interest in productivity. Starting out with getting things done (GTD) and also plans, progress, and problems (PPP) reports. And then I just happened across Slow Productivity by Cal Newport.
Cal talks about pseudo-productivity that is basically a focus on busyness. I learnt from an early age that busy is failure to prioritze. Slow productivity is about how to focus and execute on the right things by following three simple principles:
- Do fewer things
- Work at your own pace
- Obsess over quality
The books gives many examples of key people that succeeded using slow productivity. From Isaac Newton to Alanis Morrisette (which I’m looking forward to seeing this August 2024).
If you’re an overworked knowledge worker it’s worth a read.
Enjoy!
