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Psychologist reveals 5 'lazy' habits for peak productivity

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Psychologists have identified the effort heuristic, where people value things more if they believe they required more effort, even if the outcome is identical. This can lead to a poor correlation between perceived effort and actual accomplishment. The article suggests five counter-intuitive habits for increased productivity, including napping instead of pushing through fatigue, outsourcing tedious tasks if financially feasible, and allowing the mind to wander to solve creative problems. AI

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Psychologist reveals 5 'lazy' habits for peak productivity

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Mark Travers, Contributor ·

    5 ‘Lazy’ Habits To Become Your Most Productive Self, By A Psychologist

    A psychologist breaks down five surprisingly lazy habits — like strategic napping and letting your mind wander — that quietly boost real productivity.

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