Want to Be More Productive? Try Doing Less.
Summary
David Rock at 📖 Your Brain at Work argues that to increaseproductivity andhappiness, one shouldfocus on doing less rather than more. Research shows that we are only truly focused on our work for about six hours a week, despite the common belief in the 40-hour workweek (sic!). By identifying and eliminating tasks that do not bring significant results or drain energy, individuals can have more time for what matters and experience a sense of peace.
Steps to Identify Where to Do Less
- ✍️ List Activities and Tasks: Begin by making a comprehensive list of all tasks, duties, or activities you engage in across various aspects of your life.
- 🏆 Identify Big Wins: From this list, identify which tasks yield significant achievements or positive outcomes that make them worth continuing.
- 🕸 Connect the Dots: Analyze the connections between each activity and its corresponding big wins to understand which tasks are truly impactful and should be prioritized.
- 🎯 Circle Significant Tasks: After identifying the most valuable activities, mark or circle those that lead directly to significant achievements, indicating they are worth investing time in.
Conclusion
Life isn’t about accumulating accomplishments but making more time for joy and using your time meaningfully. Embrace the philosophy of doing less to find happiness, increase productivity, and improve life quality.
Related
- Read more on Personal Productivity or related topics Time Management and Work-Life Balance
- Want to Be More Productive? Try Doing Less.