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1837: The Essential Missing Half of Getting Things Done by Steve Pavlina on Balancing Productivity with Purpose

1837: The Essential Missing Half of Getting Things Done by Steve Pavlina on Balancing Productivity with Purpose

Update: 2025-10-11
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Episode 1837:


Steve Pavlina explores why productivity systems often fall short, highlighting that efficiency means little without clear vision and purpose. He shows how aligning your daily actions with long-term values creates balance, fulfillment, and momentum, rather than just busywork.


Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2005/02/the-essential-missing-half-of-getting-things-done/


Quotes to ponder:


"Getting Things Done is a wonderful system, but it’s only half the equation."


"Without a clear vision of what you’re working towards, you can be extremely efficient and still make no real progress."


"When you combine vision and productivity, you gain both direction and speed."


Episode references:


Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity: https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Things-Done-Stress-Free-Productivity/dp/0143126563

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1837: The Essential Missing Half of Getting Things Done by Steve Pavlina on Balancing Productivity with Purpose

1837: The Essential Missing Half of Getting Things Done by Steve Pavlina on Balancing Productivity with Purpose

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