TACTICAL CHEATCODES TO

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MAKE SPACE FOR ACTION

Cocaine phone. Kale phone.

Balance your digital life—use separate "cocaine" and "kale" phones to manage tech's benefits and minimize its downsides.To manage the stress and distraction of constant connectivity, consider adopting the "cocaine and kale" phone strategy. The "kale" phone is reserved for functional apps and communication, promoting a healthier, more focused mindset. The "cocaine" phone, filled with social media and other dopamine-driven apps, stays tucked away until needed. This approach offers the mental clarity of a digital detox without sacrificing practicality (if your mom needs to reach you?), making it a game-changer for mental health and productivity. It's a simple yet effective way to regain control over how technology influences daily life.

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Schedule Worry Time

Schedule worry time—dedicate specific moments to reassess decisions instead of constantly second-guessing, freeing up mental space.Instead of constantly worrying about decisions, schedule a specific "worry time" to reassess and evaluate. This strategy allows you to focus on action without being bogged down by daily doubts. For example, set aside 30 minutes on Sunday to review and stress about ongoing projects. This approach is like planting a seed—if you constantly dig it up to check progress, you hinder its growth. By scheduling when to worry, you create mental space to let your ideas and efforts flourish without unnecessary anxiety.

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CREATE INTENTIONAL SPACES

Create intentional spaces for focused work—dedicate specific environments for different tasks to maximize creativity and productivity.To enhance productivity during focused work sessions, establish intentional spaces for different types of tasks. For example, use a dedicated office space for creative work with tools like whiteboards and monitors, and a separate, quieter room for reading or reflective work and take walks to refresh your mind between sessions. Timebox your activities, setting clear goals for each session. By switching environments based on the task and maintaining open space in your schedule for breaks or spontaneous activities, you can achieve more while feeling less overwhelmed.

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MAKER VS. MANAGER CALENDAR

Shift from a manager’s schedule to a maker’s schedule—create long, uninterrupted blocks of time for focused, deep work.Many people fall into the trap of a manager’s schedule—constant meetings and short time blocks that prevent deep work. To unlock creativity and productivity, switch to a maker’s schedule. This involves dedicating long, uninterrupted blocks of time, ideally in the morning, to focus on important tasks without distractions. Whether you’re coding, writing, or brainstorming, these blocks allow you to enter a flow state, where you can accomplish significantly more. Avoid the "zebra calendar" of fragmented time and embrace the maker's mindset for better results.

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START WITH YOUR IDEAL DAY

Create intentional time for deep work by carving out clear, focused days—start small and gradually expand over time.When juggling meetings and tasks, it's crucial to carve out dedicated time for focused work. Start with one day a week (e.g., Thursday), where you clear your schedule for uninterrupted work. Once you see the productivity benefits, expand to two days and adjust your workflow. Communicate with your team and gradually organize meetings into specific days. This approach enables you to focus on the highest-impact activities without neglecting necessary meetings, eventually transitioning to a more productive default work style.

FRAMEWORKS WORK.
BUT ONLY IF YOU
PUT IN THE WORK.

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