Simple yet remarkable way to stay productive

There is nothing so useless as doing efficiently that which should not be done at all.

Embracing the power of “no” can be the ultimate productivity hack. It’s a simple concept: not doing something will always be faster than doing it. In the world of computer programming, there’s a saying that encapsulates this idea perfectly: “Remember that there is no code faster than no code.”

This philosophy extends to various aspects of our lives. Consider the idea that there’s no meeting quicker than the one that never happens. While it’s not a call to avoid all meetings, it highlights how often we say “yes” to things we’d rather avoid. Superfluous meetings and unnecessary tasks can clutter our schedules.

The Consequences of Excessive “Yes”

Have you ever found yourself buried under a mountain of tasks just because you reflexively agreed to requests with a simple “Sure thing”? It’s a situation many of us can relate to. We often say “yes” to obligations that don’t align with our goals or values, leading to frustration.