How to be 5x more productive. A best-selling author’s 3-3-3 Method:

Oliver Burkeman is the best-selling author of “Four Thousand Weeks.” Recently, he shared his 3-3-3 Method for a productive day. How do YOU define a productive day? Until you define it, you’ll never feel like you’re doing enough. Make 3-3-3 your yardstick:

The First 3 Spend 3 hours of deep work on your most important project. === 3-4 hrs of focused work is our cognitive limit. For best results, complete during your highest state of energy (flow = 500% more effective). Define a specific progress goal. Block out distractions.

The Second 3 Execute 3 shorter tasks. === These are urgent to-dos. Often, they're “sticky note” items you may be avoiding (some take only a few mins). Examples: • Managing: delegating, providing feedback • Calls, meetings • Smaller work tasks

The Third 3 Complete 3 “maintenance activities.” === These are items that make your life go smoothly. Schedule time for maintenance (don't cram elsewhere). Examples: • Cleaning (laundry, dishes, etc.) • Self-Improvement: exercising, journaling

In summary, 3-3-3 Method: • 3 hours on your most important project • 3 shorter tasks • 3 maintenance activities Defining a “productive day” like 3-3-3 is crucial. Or else you’ll never be at peace (even with excellent output).

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