96. Bad Productivity Advice You're Probably Following

Learn and Work Smarter

You're following all the productivity advice you see on the internet, you're waking up early, and getting to inbox zero, and doing all the "right things" ... but still, you're stressed out and overwhelmed.

The problem just might be that the advice you're following is ... bad.

In this episode of the Learn and Work Smarter podcast, I'm sharing 9 pieces of bad productivity advice that have so many people fooled. The problem is that following this bad advice not only doesn't make you more productive at school or work, but it can make you LESS productive.

What You Learn:

• How you might have the definition of productivity all wrong
• What role tools have in making you more productive
• The connection between quitting things and getting things done
• Whether waking up early improves or destroys your productivity
• Why trying to get to inbox zero is a waste of time
• How managing your time better may not be the right approach

🔗 Resources + Episodes Mentioned:

• Episode website with transcript
• SchoolHabits University (Parents, go here)
• SchoolHabits University (Students, go here)
• The College Note-Taking Power System (Brand New Program!)
• Assignment Management Power System (Brand New Program!)
• Episode 15 – Email Management Tips for Handling Your Inbox
• Episode 36 – How to Stop Procrastinating
• Episode 94 - Simplifying Task Management and Staying Focused Despite Disruptions (Q&A)
• Episode 95– Why You Always Think Things Will Take Longer Than They Do

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