Optimal Work Daily - Career, Productivity and Entrepreneurship - 1279: How to Have More Focused Hours in Your Day by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Productivity & Meaningful Impact

1279: How to Have More Focused Hours in Your Day by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Productivity & Meaningful Impact

04/01/24 • 8 min

Optimal Work Daily - Career, Productivity and Entrepreneurship

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Episode 1279:

In Leo Babauta's enlightening article from Zen Habits.net, readers are invited to explore the profound impact of increasing focused hours in their day. Babauta shares three transformative habits designed to multiply one's productivity and meaningful impact on the world. Through introspection, creating space for significant work, and practicing focused, fullscreen mode, Babauta guides us towards a more intentional and impactful existence.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/more-focused/

Quotes to ponder:

"Deciding what is worth spending the limited time you have in this life is an incredible habit."

"Creating space for focused work is more of a mental act than a physical one. It's about telling yourself that it's time to focus on this important task."

"If something is worth creating space for in your life, it's worth your full attention."

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Episode 1279:

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/more-focused/

Quotes to ponder:

"Deciding what is worth spending the limited time you have in this life is an incredible habit."

"Creating space for focused work is more of a mental act than a physical one. It's about telling yourself that it's time to focus on this important task."

"If something is worth creating space for in your life, it's worth your full attention."

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1278: Stop Networking, Make Friends Instead by Stephen Warley of Life Skills That Matter on Professional Growth

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Episode 1278:

Stephen Warley's insightful piece, "Stop Networking, Make Friends Instead," challenges the traditional networking mindset, advocating for the creation of genuine friendships and community for more meaningful work and life. Warley illustrates how shifting from seeing people as transactions to engaging with them as potential friends and collaborators can dramatically enhance both personal and professional growth.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeskillsthatmatter.com/blog/stop-networking

Quotes to ponder:

"Stop networking, make friends instead."

"The goal of networking is to view people as 'transactions'. You want something from them. A job, a sale, a favor or money."

"The foundation of friendship is trust, not a 'transaction' like in networking."

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1280: Frugal Eats For Our Workweek by Lisa Harrison of Mad Money Monster on Balance between Saving Money & Enjoying Food

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Episode 1280:

Lisa Harrison of Mad Money Monster shares practical advice on mastering the art of frugal lunches for work, focusing on homemade, nutritious meals to further financial goals. Through personal anecdotes and a weekly menu guide, Lisa highlights the balance between saving money and enjoying food, proving that with a bit of creativity and preparation, anyone can transform their lunch routine into a pillar of their journey toward financial independence.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://madmoneymonster.com/2017/07/18/frugal-eats-work-week/

Quotes to ponder:

"Everything possible includes making lunches for our workweek."

"In an effort to reach our financial goals, we shun most restaurant meals these days."

"Knowing I have a delicious lunch I can look forward to at work is vital to my success."

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