The hottest Productivity Substack posts right now

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Thinking Through 1 HN point 20 Feb 23
  1. Relentless rescoping and saying "NO" can help in delivering what matters without burning out.
  2. When rescaping work, focus on impact sizing and say "NO" to items that do not provide significant impact.
  3. Teams often struggle to reduce scope due to company incentives, difficulty in distinguishing busy work from impactful work, and a fear of reallocating team members.
Rethinking Software 1 HN point 11 Oct 20
  1. Breaking work into small tasks can make workers feel like they have no creative control. When given bigger responsibilities, they feel trusted and more motivated to contribute ideas.
  2. Focusing too much on metrics and small tasks can take away from the bigger picture of a project. It can lead to a lack of respect for individual skills and creativity.
  3. Estimating small tasks accurately is tough. It's easy for simple tasks to become complicated, leading to time wastage and misunderstandings in the project.
Jay's Data Stream 0 implied HN points 11 May 23
  1. Chad-GPT follows a highly optimized and precise daily routine for maximum productivity and efficiency.
  2. He incorporates advanced technology, like AI and smart home systems, into his lifestyle to enhance his work and well-being.
  3. Chad-GPT's daily activities focus on business, physical fitness, meditation, and online engagement, all meticulously planned and executed.
AIFeed (A GPT-3 augmented content generator) 0 implied HN points 18 Feb 23
  1. Running improves physical health by strengthening the heart, improving circulation, and increasing endurance.
  2. Running helps relieve stress, reduce anxiety, and promote relaxation by releasing endorphins.
  3. Regular running can lead to increased productivity, improved mental focus, and enhanced problem-solving skills.
layoffpreneur 0 implied HN points 17 Mar 23
  1. Managing time effectively is crucial for solopreneurs with a full-time job. Tools like time blocking and task prioritization can help.
  2. Project management tools like Trello and Asana are essential for handling multiple micro-startups and a full-time job.
  3. Taking breaks, practicing self-care, and using automation tools can help solopreneurs stay productive and avoid burnout.
Data Science Daily 0 implied HN points 05 Mar 23
  1. Learn how to open and run Obsidian commands from external applications using plugins like Advanced URI, Dataviewjs, and Templater.
  2. Utilize the constructed URI to open Obsidian from Chrome bookmarks, create shortcuts on iPhone, or create a terminal alias for easy command line access.
  3. Be aware of potential troubleshooting issues like needing Obsidian to be open and loaded for commands to work on iOS, and managing annoying popups in Chrome bookmarks.
The Tweetsift Report 0 implied HN points 06 Mar 23
  1. Nonfarm business sector labor productivity increased by 1.7% in Q4 2022, despite declining annually by 1.7%.
  2. Nonfinancial corporate sector productivity rose by 0.6% in Q3 2022, contrary to previous reports of a 1.6% decline.
  3. Overall, the report indicates more bullish sentiments in labor productivity, with positive indicators surpassing negative ones.
SAURABH SAHA 0 implied HN points 02 Apr 23
  1. Productivity is a key concern for organizations from the industrial revolution to the current information age.
  2. Productivity is defined by factors like focus, time management, company profit, outcome, and impact.
  3. Measuring productivity involves considering focus, time management, output quality, impact, and alignment with intended goals.