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Use batching to streamline work processes from "summary" of The 4-Hour Work Week by Timothy Ferriss
Batching is a simple concept that can have a profound impact on your work processes. It involves grouping similar tasks together and completing them all at once, rather than spreading them out over the course of the day. By batching tasks, you can streamline your workflow and avoid the inefficiencies that come with constantly switching between different types of work. Imagine you have a set of emails to respond to, phone calls to make, and reports to write. Instead of tackling each task as it comes up, you can set aside specific blocks of time to focus exclusively on emails, phone calls, or reports. This allows you to enter a state of flow where you can work more efficiently and effectively. Batching not...
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