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Busy ≠ Productive – A Daily Insight for Modern Leaders
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🎧 Episode Summary
Quote: It’s not enough to be busy; so are the ants. The question is: what are we busy about? — Henry David Thoreau
In this episode, Scott calls out the glorification of busyness. With help from Thoreau, he draws a sharp distinction between motion and meaning—and why alignment always beats activity.
🧠 What You’ll Learn Today:
- Why busyness often masks a lack of clarity
- How to prioritize impact over effort
- How to assess your calendar with intention
💬 Share This With a Leader Who:
- Is always overwhelmed but never fulfilled
- Feels addicted to productivity but unclear on purpose
- Wants to lead with better priorities
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🔑 Keywords:
Thoreau, Busyness, Productivity, Prioritization, Focus, Clarity, Strategic Planning, The Inner Strategy
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Hosted by Scott Smith, founder of Akhada Consulting, co-founder of ChatWorx, and host of The Outsourcing Blueprint podcast, this series blends ancient Stoic wisdom with real-world business strategy to help you lead with clarity, manage both your teams and yourself effectively, and move with purpose.
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