Today I interviewed Alex with https://theproductiveyou.com/ we talked about a lot including why perfect is the enemy of good, and why productivity= happiness. We also talked about persistence and just how much information your brain can hold onto at once.
Summary:
1:09 What started The Productive You?
4:11 long form vs short form content, long term gratification vs short term gratification
9:45 “burning the boats” as an entrepreneur (pros and cons)
13:35 when its okay to multitask
15:31 Jake’s podcast’s origin and current strategy
22:16 favorite and current books
26:54 the willpower myth
33:13 habits
37:42 nutrition and productivity
45:00 getting past your own high expectations
50:18 self-awareness is key
53:14 to do lists and calendars
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