Productivity Thread
This is a short thread of thoughts that builds a model for improving productivity.
Discard the idea that talent rules
Talent is just a starting point. Nothing more.
Doing this opens the door to an optimistic perspective
Check out Lou Reed for a glimpse of life changing ideas Walk on the Wild Side
Work on time proximity
Time is the most precious thing we have. We need to value using the moment.
Then listen to Johnny Cash sing - sense the danger. Once it’s over, it’s over.
Understand the two dimensions of engagement
Being busy feels good. Engagement in the moment.
But momentary engagement is just a first step.
Build a balance between being here now and being somebody over time
Two songs from Otis Redding (Dock of the Bay on the emptiness of losing vision) (When a Man Loves a Woman on the commitment that love offers)
Work on engagement as a life style
The right side of the brain is your motor. But it will give up if you don’t embrace what it tells you.
check out Johnny Nash “I can see clearly now”
check out the 5th dimension if you want more energy - Age of Aquarius
This is vision plus. The rest is up to you.