A quick bit of celebration here…Being Productive has hit 30,000 all-time plays and continues growing. For a niche podcast talking about, well, being productive, it’s a great feeling to know it’s helping people. Nothing is more motivating than hitting these kinds of milestones. If you’re a listener…thank you so much! If you’re not a listener, maybe now is the time to give it a try!
Episode 80 – Slow Processes – Being Productive
In this episode, host Art Gelwicks dives into the art of productivity and the power of intentional habits. From rebranding his platform to embracing Substack as a distraction-free content hub, Art shares insights on how we can take control of our workflow, avoid the social media rabbit hole, and focus on what truly matters.He also reflects on the shift from analog to digital tools, comparing the patience required for film photography to the instant gratification of smartphone cameras—an analogy for how we approach productivity in the modern world. Are we too focused on speed rather than meaningful progress?Join us for a deep dive into the tools, mindset, and strategies that can help you work smarter, not harder. Don't forget to visit BeingProductive.me for more insights and resources!Share this with friends, family, and colleagues if you found it useful!📌 YouTube Chapters0:00 – Welcome & Updates (Art Gelwicks is back!)0:28 – Rebranding to BeingProductive.me (New site, new direction)0:37 – Why Substack? (Escaping social media distractions)1:06 – The Photography Analogy (What taking pictures teaches us about productivity)1:33 – The Slow Process of Photography (Developing film vs. instant results)2:06 – Old School Film Development (Steps to creating the perfect photo)3:06 – Understanding the Process to Improve It (How mastery leads to efficiency)5:01 – Shortcuts vs. Quality (What we sacrifice for speed)6:50 – The Danger of Prioritizing Quantity (Why more isn’t always better)7:58 – Redefining Productivity (Speed vs. meaningful work)9:12 – Final Thoughts & What’s Next (A new approach to productivity)Subscribe today so you don’t miss out on any content from BeingProductive.me To hear more, visit beingproductive.substack.com
- Episode 80 – Slow Processes
- Episode 79 – Anti-Social Media
- Episode 78 – Mindmapping, Flowcharts, and Checklists
- Ep 77 – Achieving Work Life Balance
- Ep 76 – Linking Your Information
- Ep 75 – Simplify your Productivity
- Ep 74 – Digital Doom Piles
- Ep 72 – First Takes on AI and Productivity
- Ep 71 – The Power of Connected Notes
- Ep 70 – Getting your day off to a productive start
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