How I ONLY Work 4 Hours a Day - How to Stay Focused

In this video I'll go over five key elements that have helped me focus on my work and reduce the wasted time that just feels like work but is ultimately unproductive.

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00:00 Intro
01:07 Deep Work vs Shallow Work
02:51 Treat the ability to focus like a muscle
05:22 Chase the goals that are most meaningful
06:44 Get into a routine
08:28 Embrace the satisfaction of deep work

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I’m Ali, a YouTuber, podcaster, soon-to-be author and ex-Doctor working in London, UK. I make videos that explore the strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives. I also have a weekly podcast with my brother (   / notoverthinking  , and I write a weekly email newsletter that contains some quick thoughts + links to interesting things (https://aliabdaal.com/newsletter/).

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