just because we’re busier doesn’t mean we’re getting more accomplished. - Chris Bailey

Ask yourself: After consuming one of those products, will you be happy with how you invested your time and attention?

As I began to deliberately and intentionally invest more time, attention, and energy into my highest-return tasks, my productivity shot through the roof. Working smarter instead of just harder is impossible without first stepping back from your work, and that’s what this first section of the book — Laying the Groundwork — is all about.

We are what we pay attention to.