Slow productivity

Doing fewer things, with more intention, over a longer timeframe tends to produce better results than constant busyness.

The cult of busy

We've confused activity with progress. Checking emails feels productive. Attending meetings feels important. But neither necessarily moves the needle on what matters.

Depth over breadth

The most valuable work requires sustained attention. You can't write a book in stolen moments. You can't solve hard problems while multitasking.

Protecting time for deep work isn't a luxury—it's the main event. Everything else is support.

Playing the long game

When you zoom out to years instead of days, different things start to matter. Consistency beats intensity. Small daily progress compounds into remarkable results.

The question isn't "what can I accomplish today?" but "what would I like to have accomplished in five years?"