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Name: Work Smarter, Not Harder
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Find more productivity by doing fewer things.

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Problem and Promise

It’s easy to make the calculation that if you want more from your work, you should work more.

But, while this simple equation certainly works early on, there comes a point of diminishing returns. In this Blinkist Article we’re going to explore a few ideas for how to change that equation and help you work smarter, not harder.

Before we dive in, let me clarify what we’re doing here. We've pulled the choice bits from 5 of our top sources to highlight some evergreen truths, and bust a couple of myths around the topic of productivity. Our goal? To quickly get you the key ideas to help you get on the path to working smarter. Each brings a different perspective, which we’ve grouped into three focus areas: prioritization, nurturing productivity, and environment.

TL;DR

Here’s the Article in a nutshell

Productivity is not on a 1-to-1 input/ output scale with work. It’s the fruit of a lot of different inputs that have to be nurtured in order to reap the benefits. Of course, you can squeeze some extra productivity out by working longer hours. But, eventually, your ability to be productive will be diminished.

So, the bottom line: First – we are not machines, we are organisms. This means we don’t increase productivity simply by working longer. Rather, we do so by nurturing the right inputs in a conducive environment.

Second – focus. Trying to do everything is a sure fire way to actually do nothing. So do less and do it well.

Prioritization

If you are trying to become more efficient, few things will have a larger impact than figuring out how to prioritize effectively. Doing the most important things first, and ideally, only the most important things, is a great way of working smarter, not harder. So in that fashion, your first priority should be learning NOT to multitask.

Many of us fall victim to a prevalent myth in today's fast-paced world, the myth that being busy and continuously multitasking is the road to ultimate productivity.Credible research cited in the sources, introduces us to the daunting reality of multitasking. It suggests that our much-praised ability to juggle tasks may, in fact, make us slower, more susceptible to errors, and easily distracted. And, all these setbacks originate from a single source: the cost of task switching.

Nurturing Productivity

It turns out, we've had it all wrong about work and productivity. It's not always about being constantly on the grind – sometimes what seems like idleness is the secret sauce to our peak performance.

Let's consider sleep for a moment. We know it's crucial to function at our best, but we've all been tempted to shortchange our sleep to squeeze out more productivity. The irony is, less sleep actually leads to less productivity. You're effectively lowering the ceiling on your potential.

Environment

Imagine a workspace where every detail is configured not just for efficiency, but is also tailored to your unique personality traits; a realm where your productivity soars because everything from the lighting to the noise level is set up with you, specifically, in mind. Sound too good to be true?

Well, recent studies have found that by understanding and adjusting workspaces according to one's personality traits, they could see a significant increase in productivity. One of the findings that stands out is that employees concentrate more effectively in private offices or cabins. And while bench-seating seems to be beneficial for extroverted personalities, it can decrease focus levels for those with anxiety.

Conclusion

Okay, we’ve come to the end of this Blinkist Article and we’ve covered a lot. We looked at the art of prioritizing tasks, and the importance of rejuvenation. We also touched on the influence of a vibrant working and social environment, and its profound effects on our lives.

That’s a fair bit, and it might seem a bit overwhelming right now. Fear not though, I have one more tip to help retain all those learnings: Imagine each strategy we've discussed as a stepping stone, leading you to the pinnacle of your work life balance.

Recommendations

If you’re interested in learning more about the topics we’ve discussed in this Blinkist article, we’ve got some recommendations for you.

First, we’ve got The ONE Thing, by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan. This is a good recommendation if you’re looking for more ideas on how to be a ruthless prioritizer. The Blink will help you to find the one thing you should be doing at any moment. Our next recommendation is Power Relationships by Andrew Sobel and Jerold Panas. As mentioned earlier, being effective at work isn’t just about working longer hours, sometimes looking after yourself and your relationships is what’s needed. This Blink illustrates how nurturing those important relationships can end up making your work so much more productive.

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Working more doesn't always equate to increased productivity; instead, nurturing the right inputs in a conducive environment, and focusing on doing fewer things excellently, yields better results. This article uncovers the key strategies and insights for achieving smarter, not harder, work habits.

Wer Work Smarter, Not Harder lesen sollte

Anyone who want to work more effectively
People who feel busy but not productive
Anyone who wants to know how to harness the power of their environment

Über den Autor

This multi-sourced Article was created by the Content Team at Blinkist based on the main ideas from How Multitasking Affects Productivity and Brain Health by Kendra Cherry, MSEd on verywellmind; How a nonlinear workday might help you get more done by Stephanie Vozza on fastcompany; Psychologist Suggests 3 Ways To Work Smarter, Not Harder by Mark Travers on Forbes; Seven Habits that Seem Lazy (but Actually Let You Get More Done) by Scott H Young on scotthyoung; and The Ivy Lee Method: The Daily Routine Experts Recommend for Peak Productivity by James Clear on jamesclear.

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