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Productivity is a way of living

Productivity is a way of living

It’s about achieving maximum output, getting shit done, and not wasting time. Tools, apps, or hacks, don’t work if you lack the right mindset.

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Stop doing unnecessary things

Stop doing unnecessary things

Ask yourself the question Is That Really Necessary?  as often as you can. You will find that your answer is usually: Nope. 

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Say no

Say no

...to things that don't thrill you. When you think ‘meh’ about something, always say NO. That eliminates wasting time on shit that you're not excited about.

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Do important stuff in the morning

Do important stuff in the morning

Take that first hour to think about the day ahead of you, read a book, enjoy your breakfast, coffee or tea. 

A smartphone’s primary function is to interrupt you. Don’t let other people or apps interrupt you during the first hour of your day.

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Focus on 1 thing 

If you have recurring tasks, try to do as much of the same thing on one day, so that nothing else gets in the way.

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Keep it simple

Keep it simple

Keep a simple work and living environment. A desk, a laptop, and a notebook. You don’t need any fluff.

With a cluttered brain, you can’t get stuff done.

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Willpower is overrated

Willpower is overrated

If something distracts you, eliminate it. Don’t think you’re immune to your distractions. Remove them.

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Routines work

Routines work

Decisions fatigue your brain. And routines eliminate decisions. Which ultimately means more brainpower. Routines are not OCD — they are efficient. 

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There are no productivity hacks

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Getting more work done is about knowing what to do, when to do it, and how to get it done in order to maximize the little time you have every day.

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