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Implementing even just one or two small practices can significantly boost your productivity at work, and today's episode is loaded with practical ideas! Our guest Annabelle Bishop from Boldside shares what she does to optimise her time and energy at work, touching on:
๐๐พ managing your inbox
๐๐ฟ carving out time for deep work
๐๐ป finding your flow state
๐ establishing helpful habits
๐๐ผ having a power list
๐๐ฝ doing the hard thing first
๐๐พ giving yourself rewards and motivators
๐๐ฟ setting up your environment
๐๐ป how to prioritise your work
๐ and having a curious, growth mindset
๐๐พ and toxic productivity
Connect with Annabelle on LinkedIn here
Resources mentioned in the chat:
Deep Work by Cal Newport: https://amzn.to/45RAzYb
Learn more about Andy Frisella's concept of The Power List
Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy: https://amzn.to/4cMsxC4
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