How to Get Things Done, Stay Focused, and Be More Productive (Mel Robbins #322)
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In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to gain control of your free time, improve productivity, and get motivated (even when you don’t feel like it).
By the time you finish listening, you’ll understand how to get things done, the surprising science of focus, and simple tricks to never procrastinate again.
Joining Mel today is the #1 productivity expert and Georgetown professor Dr. Cal Newport.
He is here to tell you: If you’re feeling unmotivated, burnt out, and tired of wasting time, there’s another way to live.
Today he shares simple tricks, tactics, and strategies that help you get things done despite all the noise.
There’s an entirely different way to take control of your time. This episode…
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