How To Be 10x More Productive | The Ultimate Guide to Productivity

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In this video, I give you an equation for productivity, helping to be 10x more productive.
VIDEO CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction
00:50 - Energy
01:15 - Sprints
02:23 - Distance
02:58 - Time
07:11 - Velocity
07:30 - Direction (& values)
09:53 - Stride
10:37 - Stride Length (& deliberate practice)
12:31 - Rhythm (& flow)
13:58 - Summary
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[@itachigonzales7457]

watching this instead of being productive

[@ktrudy1]

Same😂

[@randompanda3415]

well, at least you're not wasting brain cells coming up with original comments

[@awaaabbiram4936]

@@indescribable3865 🤣🤣🤣 exactly

[@faruq1621]

@@randompanda3415 For real! I am sick of this comment

[@arafatrasool83]

its like saying im filling gas in my car instead of being on the road drving

[@echo-cq5vg]

"Consistency depends on DISCIPLINE NOT MOTIVATION " that was so inspiring ! thanks:)

[@soyal6185]

being productive ! first we have to get started . later think productive

[@joeytso8734]

There is irony in this.

[@rapidboots3615]

​@@joeytso8734 lol

[@Luna-kr5hh]

Thats exactly what I’m thinking too!

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[@daydreamerforlifee]

Half of my life's productive time has passed watching videos on how to be productive

[@hkia7893]

I feel you. Hey but is better than watching other junk stuff

[@imsupersmart]

True that while me being 0% productive.

[@bluemonsteronlamesa]

better this than random youtube shorts or godforbid tiktoks

[@daydreamerforlifee]

@@bluemonsteronlamesa I watch neither actually, rather I fix a time for youtube and devote other times to work towards my goals :)

[@siddharththakur5978]

Then you must be 4-6 years old.

[@architmukherjee9938]

It's amazing how you convert these philosophies, ideas and systems into formulas. And of course the subtle and soothing animations take it to the next level. Extremely creative!

[@bugcatchertimothy7380]

This video reinforces my understanding of unit vector from my engineering school.

[@sumiranpokhrel2867]

"Time is passing either you ,you're either making progress or wishing you did"

13:59 - Summary Productivity is movement, and one of the most effective ways to make successful movements is by performing Sprints. A Sprint is a highly-focused, intentional, engaged, and time-bounded work session that pushes you beyond your current limits. The goal of each Sprint is to travel the greatest distance towards your goal as possible. Distance is equal to velocity multiplied by time. The total time you Sprint for each day is dependent on how many times you Sprint a day and how long you Sprint for. Velocity is a function of the direction you choose and your stride. Your direction is based on your values or goals. Your stride depends on your stride length and your rhythm. Use deliberate practice to enhance your skills, and subsequently, your stride length. Learn to keep imitating people better than you until you surpass them, developing a direct relationship with the ideal itself. Remove distractions and create the optimal conditions for flow. d = v T = D L Y n t

[@pyschologygeek]

Make room for increased productivity by putting these habits into play: Cut your to-do list in half. ... Take more breaks. ... Follow the 80/20 rule. ... Use your morning to focus on yourself. ... Tackle your challenging tasks before lunch. ... Improve your email etiquette. ... Create a system. ... Stop confusing productivity with laziness.

[@ghami2519]

oooh I love this!! I really do need to cut my to-do list, soo true, thank you!

[@franacha]

Create a system sounds too abstract, how do you put that on practice?

[@robertogerardi7040]

Create a system Then the rest...

[@michaelfoxbrass]

Thanks - love community members who do service like this so others benefit as well!

[@ngahoang3724]

Thank you. I think this is what I really need :)

[@audreyguo13]

“Values are what we act out, not what we say” PREACH omg this is honestly so true

[@millennialknowledge]

For me personally, using the Pareto Principle has literally changed my life. Once you realise that 20% of your actions will provide 80% of the results you start to look at things from a different perspective.

[@arjamandchoudhary8581]

Can you give examples

[@kurrankeating7004]

@@arjamandchoudhary8581 it is just a good general sorting philosophy to live by. 20% of the people in your life are 80% of your problems. 20% of the actions in your day are 80% of your problems.

[@lifeguidancemalayalam]

Best practical productivity video I've ever watched ✨️

[@yousefmohammed3579]

Me too but i want to know if this is scientifically proven??

[@benjamin.misantone]

Yup, I agree.

[@meredithdarling]

Agreed. And subscribed.

[@akashvadakkeveetil843]

Malayaali here broii ❤️

[@joevictor2695]

@@yousefmohammed3579 it is practically proven through life experience and observation of mine

[@QuestionEverythingButWHY]

loved the intro. And somehow, I always love your background music.

[@samreenfatima2551]

Was about to say this, background music is so good.

[@omarshaaban907]

​ what was the name of the background song? thanks :)

[@karmenjane1257]

Playing the gravy out of that Cello!!

[@sackoriebailey1308]

Does anyone know the name of the intro?

[@iansamuel1811]

@@sackoriebailey1308 i need this too. prolly not a full track though

[@HowellConsultations]

If you are reading this, may you attract everything you’ve been patiently waiting for & be passionate to pursue it whole-heartedly. It will naturally flow into your life when you are ready to receive it. Hope our channel helps you on your journey 🙏

[@viktor4038]

Thank you ✌🏼

[@Divyachandan86]

Thanks

[@HowellConsultations]

@@viktor4038 Pleasure !!

[@HowellConsultations]

@@Divyachandan86 ❤🙏❤

[@SamHasPlans]

Thank you!

[@niyamathkhan]

This is what happens if people read meaningful books. Concise, to the point and extremely helpful. Keep up the good work.

[@flirkvslife2385]

Meaningful books mean something you can take out of, not just nonfic right? I just wanna make sure cause I don’t know what kind of genre of book to focus on

[@hellishlycute]

@@flirkvslife2385 some fiction books are hugely valuable too, yeah

[@chacharlles]

how to become productive: *just wait til it’s 3 am lol*

[@gennilasvanity5057]

Loll everytime 🤧

[@FutureMindset]

This is the best productivity guide I've ever watched. Never have I seen such a detailed breakdown with proven productivity systems as I have in this video. Looking forward to more amazing content in the future!

[@aanchaljangir9890]

True....I come here whenever I feel down and I really get that recharge needed here....

[@FutureMindset]

@@aanchaljangir9890 Yeah I'll be doing the same from now on

[@agentjordan605]

Exactly

This is pretty curious, I've been working on this way for the last two weeks and I must say that has been the most productive days in my life. And suddenly this video appears on my suggested KZbin videos.

[@lukassmicys7477]

Hey do you also do sprints? :) also do you do breaks between sprints? how long are they and what you do during them? :)

[@availablehage]

The youtube algo know what we are doing.they have complete control over us now😋😋

[@giuliazumba158]

Read Deep Work by Cal Newport too! It perfectly matches this topic.

[@mubashrasajid4093]

This was the best video on productivity ive seen yet. Most video tells us that we have to be productive but this one tells us HOW to be productive, which in my opinion is the advice ever. Thanyou so much.

[@jamestom491]

Great point, I agree

[@subhobrotonath5160]

*THIS CHANNEL IS CRIMINALLY UNDERRATED!!!*

[@samyichiro4567]

In another form : Productivity = Daily strides toward the end goal by sprinting in the right direction !

[@hoonchoi3970]

I love the man turned his back gazing at the mountain in the last scene. Thank you so much for this video.

[@anonmousse]

This is actually not too far from what we use in software development: Agile. It's pretty cool to see some of the same patterns applied to different things.

[@SerandibBroadcast]

Hellow fellow dev

[@scottjackson163]

Currently helping a client implement these Agile principles.

[@praachibahugunaa]

This literally thought me productivity AND physics

[@RodrickAlbert123]

“Discipline, not productivity, leads to consistent results.” This helped change my mindset. The frustrating thing about motivation (or lack thereof) is that it is rarely something one can control, it’s something one feels. However, discipline is an actionable practice that is in a person’s control to develop.

[@giuliazumba158]

You can try to incorporate a habit that puts you in a good mood. Having a nice breakfast, working out, meditating, blasting some good music and dancing for 5 min, cuddle your pet, anything that makes you feel good.

[@that1cooluncle]

I work in the field of web/ui design and sprints have always been an extremely valuable way to not burn out. Loved this video and the deeper insights into the carry over of energy for consistent habit building. Thanks for sharing 🙌🏼✨👏🏼

[@gennilasvanity5057]

"Where you invest your energy is more important than how much you spend it. " Accurate. ✅ Everything is literally practical. It made me realized how everything in life could actually be controlled in our own hands only if we have enough knowledge on how to accurately handle it. Anway great Illustration and music tho! Watching this at 2:00 am is like serenity time. Very soothing!

[@agentjordan605]

Great outlook on it

[@rajittirgar8873]

Your illustrations are so calming. Distance is movement and movement is productivity, loved it.

[@hanushajay4350]

One of the best productivity videos I've watched. Your own productivity was apparent in this video. Clear, concise and mindful.

[@TheRyanLamont]

*The best video on productivity I have seen!* Loved how your visually broke this down, and how you fleshed out each section.

[@joachimrv]

One of the better summaries of productivity I've come across recently! This is a cool way to look at it and definitely had some good tips ✔ Very useful

[@joelgodoy1604]

Your analysis skills are so amazing, each and every part was amazingly clear and thought out. This video really made my day, thanks!

[@shannonjones8877]

I am legitimately impressed with how this video was put together. From the formula itself to the information given to explain it, to the visuals used to aid the presentation. This is great work, and much appreciated.

[@julianerickson595]

This has to be the best KZbin video on productivity. It think it's because you relate all these ideas together so well with a formula.

[@abhignathota9304]

I feel like you are sitting right beside me and very compassionately inspiring me to be better Justin. Thank you so much.

[@GoogleUser-wz1il]

Best productivity Self-Improvement video on KZbin. There's not much "corny" motivational things. Just pure facts & research. I love how you combine concepts from Science to Philosophies, into something that we can use in our Daily Life. Also love how you put variety of passions and not just regular office works assignments. Strides like Music & Sport is not as clear/organised as regular paperwork assignments, so I appreciate a lot for you to include that in the examples! Absolutely best one out there. Keep improving, Freedom of Thought!

[@yongweisu]

Oddly speaking, every words in this video caught my attention deeply! Heard it loud and clear.

[@silenceplzyeah2019]

Its so important to understand what productivity means instead of just getting lectured to become productive.

[@SerandibBroadcast]

I have say thank you for doing this video. I am 26 and was unproductive as hell through my life. I was cornered to a position in life where I convince myself to ask the questions. Thank you again for this.

[@alecouto]

I'm a subscriber for a very long time and this is the best video about productivity so far. Congratulations to put all this together, I bet it took a lot of work, and thank you. This will help a lot of people myself included.

[@trucywright6757]

A freedom of thought video a day keeps unproductivity away.

[@ChrisPlough]

Thank you. I appreciate the way your mind works - taking complex or nebulous topics and breaking them down into patterns or formulas that the logical mind can grasp and apply. Big Love.

[@sujaynandi1545]

Thank you so very much. Today I found the basic mistake towards my goal by putting way to much effort, simply exhausting myself. I was facing sleep disorders continuously. Thanks for explaining this so simply. Now I know how to do how much to do. Let's start today.

[@lishiabenevolence9834]

I never knew that I was ready for this type of knowledge but thank you for the amazing video. Ready to be productive and grow.

[@nishkamkhanna3965]

I really needed this. Thank you so much for creating amazing well thought out content!

[@bellinkaya5782]

I'm on my last year of secondary school (highschool) and soon going to college. I have no idea why, but this year, it has been real torture for me. No motivation, 0 productivity and my personality also plays a role. I m truly grateful for this video.😇

[@HisBelovedSon70x7]

Your videos continue to amaze me. I love how practical and full of useful information they are. It's evident you've put in countless hours into creating this free, useful content for us. Thank you very much!

[@vineesame5668]

Hi I want to say that I really love your ideas and videos. You really think outside the box.We would really appreciate more philosophy based videos. Who else agrees?

[@kamarpreet]

This is the best advice on productivity I have heard in my life. The way you have formulated and explained this, I don't think I will ever forget it!!! Thank you for this.

[@VINCENOIRgothFAIRY]

This was brilliant!. Very informative and detailed. It's is exactly what I've been looking for all of my life. Thank you for taking the time to break down the details in order to help us all out. It really speaks to me in a way that I can actually understand for once and has all the information that I think anyone would ever need.

[@francescociccone2224]

I started following you recently, however, I always find myself very happy every time I start and finish one of your videos. The way you explain is particularly interesting, you don't get bored and you relax. That is why you have managed to become one of my favorite channels on YT

[@ayushsinha175]

Haven't watched the full video...but I am sure it is gonna teach me something that would help me in coming out of current situations.

[@Noga_gefen]

This channel is a big gift for the health & development progress of this generation

[@user-mq1dv9zc9y]

This is a very impressive & seriously well put together video! Incredibly helpful & valuable.

[@harshshukla7277]

bro, you're creating great content. This video doesn't beat around the bush like the others. Rather it's a really detailed breakdown of the problem and what actually can be done about it. Loved the video.

[@philipaugust]

This video is absolutely insane! By far the best video on productivity I've watched

[@itachigonzales7457]

you guys are so underrated this is a very good channel ive learnt alot thanks!

[@annsmahboob3495]

I am busy with a lot of revising for exams and stuff so I only get about 30 minutes at the end of my day to chill, I know what I will be doing in that half an hour tonight...

[@mari8186]

Loved how you broke the whole thing down into an actionable formula

[@Andreluiz-dp2ho]

My friend, this formula is a gift! Honestly, this is such a golden idea. I'm getting it to my notebook, and i'm putting into practice. You have reached not simply a formula of producitivity, but a path for Human Growth. I'll live it and come to say it went after a year. Once again, thanks!

[@ArvienD]

This video is definitely one of the best productivity guide on youtube, thanks for the amazing work!🙏

[@yousefmohammed3579]

Yes you are right but is this is scientifically proven??

[@jayveenkaur2453]

One of the most incredible videos I've seen ! You have put the formula in such simply way and I finally understand how to effectively improve myself instead of just trying to understand motivating words which didn't do much. Thank you so much for this ❤🔥

[@ishankalathiya54]

Maybe we have known these things all the time or at least, I knew it every time. It’s just nobody ever presented it in such a beautiful, harmonious and mathematical manner. Grateful to you, buddy ❤️

[@melaniemanning4461]

I really love how you broke that into an equation, well done! 👍🏾

[@tria0801]

The amount of hopelessness you feel when you have already tried all this but still, fail to be productive... I guess I’m scared, and there is no way to let go. But, I'll keep on trying! Only working will make me more confident!💪

[@TheToobNube]

This video was absolutely brilliant! (no pun intended). I'm usually reluctant to watch "Productivity" because most of it is repetitive sentences with no structure or clear "guide" to really do anything. But this video right here, I actually ended up pulling out my notebook and a pen, wrote down keywords and sentences, drew out the graphs so I can better understand them. Definitely gave me clarity and insight. Thank you, Freedom In Thought!!

[@amilkshake3843]

Thank you so much! This is such a great video, with a good explanation!

[@sandeepmaity9576]

This is something I need for a long time. I was looking for a way to increase my productivity. I watched many videos and articles but when I just checked this video it is really amazing. Now I have the formula to calculate how I'm growing my productivity. Thanks a lot for making this video.

[@jeffrey8154]

You videos are always top of the line. This was really good to have seen.

[@ayushibhandari7787]

This is definitely the most practical and best video I've seen in regards with productivity (imo)❤️

[@michaeljolivier]

LOVE THIS VIDEO!!! It was so insightful and logical. The formula was concise and in-depth. Instead of just quick tips, this video made me really understand how to be productive and even helped me realize why I failed to be consistent and productive in the past. REALLY GOOD VIDEO! Educational as well. I GOT SO MUCH VALUE OUT OF IT!!!

[@xxsaladless_fingersxx8323]

Been messing around with this, works (for me) to take a short nap between an exhausting sprint. Not all the time, just when I need it or feel overwhelmed.

[@angelasilao7172]

WOW. I love how you explain it in an accurate manner and open eyes in a calm way. Thank you.

[@shu8587]

Thank you, KZbin for recommending me this video it has changed my life!

[@chinmaybarik]

Thank youu. I really liked the part where you said to work while leaving a bit of energy for the next day, I keep burning out myself and then doing nothing much the next day I'm going to try this!

[@thecerebrum.]

Damn. I’m a very attentive person and I scrutinise KZbinrs of how well put a video is just because I’m a KZbinr as well. This I can say IS THE best channel and THIS is the best video I’ve ever watched on KZbin. Very helpful. Thanks for making it.

[@cruze7778]

Mind blowing.. the amount of work went into making this video is amazing. Thanks a lot.

[@JedesonAlviso]

Well taught, thank you. There are many things I can start already start implementing.

[@mythslife8883]

You have explained the true meaning of productivity in such a simple and unique way. Keep it up. You are a differently genius content creator Masha Allah❤

[@bangtan806]

Wow thank you! This is really amazing! Now I understood. I was over working, I worked without even a good sleep for more than 3 months. But there's nothing I've done at the end. So not I understood what I must do. Thank you! 💜😊

[@Niklas-Louis]

Thank you, this video came when it was needed 🙏

[@racheloshaksmusic]

Great video, I understood exactly. I have thought of these things too. Life is beautiful. I’m pushing myself more to be disciplined to achieve my goals and understanding when I’m mentally/socially exhausted. I found that taking naps is like brain medicine. God bless you and subscribed 🙌🏾❤️

[@Frivolousfruitcake]

this video was absoulety just what i needed to stop procastinating with yt videos and to get to studying. the content in it just makes sense and speaks to me! thanks alot :)

[@tonitoni9984]

Nice, all your Videos hit me in the best time possible. To finde the step i needed to go on. Thx man

[@timesnewbabylonian8088]

The intro and background music 💙💙💙

[@empresslithia]

Love the formula analogy.

[@kingjd7100]

INCREDIBLE aggregation of some of the best ideas in self-betterment and time management laid out in one of the best ways I've ever seen. Truly great video.

[@Aryaissuccessful]

I am a writer and I second this! It's the discipline that finishes the story. Then it's motivation. Discipline is so important !

[@zhayara22]

I was supposed to be productive but ended up binge watching videos about productivity T~T

[@skg4514]

hahaha thx I better stop now and start studying!

[@Justme-yx9yg]

Hahaha saame, I've been consistently watching these kind of videos but I never set my schedules to implement productivity to myself😂 but tbh, I just realized that:>

[@ga6s]

this is extremely helpful!! thank you so much 💗

[@moondicky3051]

you are amazeballs! Your explanation is one of the best ever! I know that it will be easier for me to manage my productivity now :) thank you so much💚

[@benjaminstutzman7388]

I LOVE THAT-- "By ending in a place where you know what step to take next, you'll build anticipation that will let you hit the ground running the next day. As a writer, this is very very true

[@mahfuzurrahmanabeed4349]

I did not expect to find such original ideas in a productivity related video.

[@stelharpwood5752]

This may be one of the best videos ever made. Thank you! I've written down notes, ready to make a comeback in my school's honors list. Then during the summer that starts at May, I'll go back to my workout regiment and start on the acoustic guitar.

[@threadedpat]

Great video! Reminds me of a book I read: Peak by Anders Ericsson. Deliberate practice is an amazing piece of information for productivity. Honestly think this video had a lot of useful information that everyone should try out. I like that you stressed how easy it is to burn yourself out.

[@gracekelly1472]

This is the best practical productivity video I've ever watched!

[@kachivarela574]

Oh, if I watched this video months ago... I want to make comics and I thought that I was lacking in inspiration, but 1 day I start doing it, based on an advice "finish, not perfect" and I draw every day, even if I didn't feel in the mood, but you get eventually a great drawing and the motivation comes. And now I'm almost finishing the comic, is 17 pages, but usually I never did more than 5 before quiting. This video enforced my new way of working. Thanks.

[@viniciuscavalcante6971]

One of the best videos about productivity I've ever watched. That was awesome.

[@vanessapetrea2490]

Thank you! Great video! It’s broken down quite well, and explained without belittling, or confusion.

[@saadhvazhayil5785]

This channel is criminally underrated

[@jonasherman9195]

Man, the best video on productivity I have ever seen and I have seen quite a lot :). Thanks!

[@MeeshoV2]

Such an amazing video! Great ideas presented in a concise manner. The only criticism I have is the monotone of your voice in some of the points. Great job, nonetheless.