
Busy Idiots
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A transformative guide to breaking free from unproductive busyness
Why is it that in a world demanding constant connectedness, we somehow feel lonelier, more burned out and more disengaged than ever before? Busy Idiots explores how and why we find ourselves constantly busy - but getting nothing done. Through revealing anecdotes and insightful analysis, this book will show you how to break free from unhealthy habits and focus on what counts. You'll discover strategies to help you manage technology, navigate daily demands and collaborate more effectively - so you can conquer today's workplace culture of unproductive hustle.
Whether you need to manage your busy boss or lead your team by example, you'll learn how to boost efficiency, foster real connections and cut through the noise. With practical, real-world solutions you can apply at work and home, Busy Idiots is a roadmap for cultivating positive productivity, happiness and growth.
- Understand how today's tech invades your brain and amplifies your busyness, with valuable insights from psychology and neuroscience
- Discover actionable tips and frameworks to help you take control of your time
- Learn how to build engagement and connections that not only foster high performance but also boost your wellbeing
- Find your sweet spot when it comes to working from home, hybrid work and teamwork
- Balance your career and your personal life, with strategies to be more present at home and find joy outside of work
It's time to escape the busy trap. Busy Idiots will show you how.
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Persons
BRAD MARSHALL is an author, speaker, psychologist and workshop facilitator.
JOFF OUTLAW has over 20 years' experience as a digital and strategy consultant.
Content
About the Authors ix
Acknowledgements xi
Introduction: What/who is a Busy Idiot? XIII
Part I: Manage Your Tech 1
1 How did we get so goddamn busy? 3
2 How to stop bouncing around like a Busy Idiot 19
Part II: Manage Your Work and Family Life 39
3 How to manage your busy boss 41
4 The challenges of loneliness and disconnection 85
5 You can't go it alone: how to form productive teams 97
6 Family life: work to live or live to work - it's your call 141
Conclusion: Imagine a world free of Busy Idiots? 159
Get in touch 165
References 167
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