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EP #227: 26 Productivity Myths

Robert DePasquale

There are no shortcuts to productivity.

You have to put in the work. Seems easy, right?

The problem is the work isn’t always easy to determine. It’s hard to figure out what to do when there are a million sources trying to give you the easy way.

It’s best to recognize the myths and avoid them.

⚠ Don’t waste your time. Focus on your own definition of success. Take action and learn along the way.

The list of myths is robust as the day is long.

Here are 26 to get you started.

Have a generously productive day. 😀

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What You'll Learn in Today's Episode:

  • About the abundance of distractions we have

  • What I learned from being a spectator at the New York City Marathon

  • The 26 Productivity Myths

  • How self-care is good but not everything

  • When you should get up

  • About the “flow state”

  • How successful people work behind the scenes

  • Why you need more (or less) than 10k steps a day

  • Why self-help is lying to you

  • How everyone is lazy

  • What I think about artificial intelligence

  • Why tips, tricks, and hacks suck

  • How you must have fun to win

  • What I think about cold exposure

  • Why you can plan but need to do more

  • How being out of your comfort zone is just a signal

Quotes Worth Sharing:

  • “Most people need some kind of shortcut to be productive.” - Bob DePasquale

  • “Productivity is different for everyone.” - Bob DePasquale

  • “The key is that they put the effort in.” - Bob DePasquale

  • “It’s impossible to be fully productive all the time.” - Bob DePasquale

  • “Sometimes, the smaller goals…are really what matter.” - Bob DePasquale

  • “Don’t be afraid to take a day off.” - Bob DePasquale

  • “Time is more of an investment (than a trade).” - Bob DePasquale

  • “Kindness is table stakes.” - Bob DePasquale

  • “It’s not a self-requirement book.” - Bob DePasquale

  • “You don’t have to get 1% better everyday.” - Bob DePasquale

  • “We’re all lazy.” - Bob DePasquale

  • “You get out what you put in.” - Bob DePasquale speaking about AI

  • “Nothing that’s a drag that will last.” - Bob DePasquale

  • “It’s a comfort move to please them.” - Bob DePasquale speaking about people pleasing

  • “What works for every is great effort.” - Bob DePasquale

  • “Never believe that fun doesn’t relate to productivity.” - Bob DePasquale

  • “You can’t plan the perfect day.” - Bob DePasquale

  • “Planning is the key. But adaptability is the deadbolt.” - Bob DePasquale

  • “If you’re serving yourself first consistently, you’re going to miss out on opportunities.” - Bob DePasquale

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