🚀 Productivity
We all want to be more productive, right? But what does being productive mean and how can we improve our own productivity to live happier, healthier and more efficient lives?
Productivity – Doing More of What Matters to You
I never set out to become a productivity expert. In fact, when I started my YouTube channel, I didn’t really know what productivity was.
I was trying to grow my channel while working full time as a doctor. I was constantly trying to fit more and more into my life, which left me feeling burned out and exhausted. This lead me to begin researching the science of productivity, to learn how I could get everything done while also enjoying myself along the way.
This sparked an obsession, and from that point on I’ve dedicated myself to understanding everything I can about productivity, so we can all get more done of the things that matter to us.
The Power of Joy: Feel-Good Productivity
One of my biggest realisations about productictivity is that it doesn’t have to feel bad. We often imagine that productivity looks like someone alone at their desk, working for hours and hours long into the night. But after years of research and real-life experience, I realised something that surprised me.
The secret to productivity isn’t discipline, it’s joy.
Feeling good – about ourselves and our work – sets in motion a virtuous cycle of positive emotions and productivity. So, you can get more done while actually feeling good throughout the day.
Our Actionable Articles
In the articles below, you can learn from my years of research in the field of productivity. These pieces cover everything, from how to manage your time and set achievable goals, to gamifying your work and staying creative.
With loads of insights from experts, actionable advice to help you stay on track, and tips and tricks you can try right away, these articles will help you find the approach to productivity that’s right for you.
So whether you’d a beginner looking to get to grips with the basics, or a productivity pro on the hunt for new techniques to try, I’ve got you covered 👇
Ali x
Feel Good Productivity
The secret to Productivity isn’t Discipline. It’s Joy.
You won’t just accomplish more. You’ll feel happier and more fulfilled along the way.
We think that productivity is all about hard work. That the road to success is lined with endless frustration and toil. But what if there’s another way?
In Feel-Good Productivity, Dr Ali Abdaal uncovers an easier, science-backed path to success. He demonstrates that the secret to productivity isn’t grind, it’s feeling good. And he reveals how to make your projects feel so enjoyable that productivity takes care of itself.
Looking for the paperback? You can find it here!
Productivity Videos
How To Actually Achieve Your Goals in 2025 (Evidence-Based)
How to Change Your Life with Deep Work (My System)
6 Habits to Make 2025 Your Best Year Yet
How I Manage My Time Without Burning Out
How to Do More in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months
5 Easy Ways to Become More Self-Disciplined
How to Change Your Life by Journalling
How I Manage My Time – The Trident Calendar System
All Productivity Articles
10 Productivity Tips For New Entrepreneurs
Ever feel like you’re juggling a million things while building your business? Starting a new business is an exciting journey, but it comes with its fair share of challenges. As…
What is Sustainable Productivity and How You Can Achieve It
In a world obsessed with hustle culture, many of us may find ourselves battling against ‘toxic productivity’. When productivity is associated with getting things done in the most effective way,…
10 Productivity Tips for Creators
The internet never sleeps, and neither do creators. We’re always juggling content creation, a never-ending to-do list and a constant stream of online comments and messages. It seems no matter…
What Is Burnout and How To Recover From It
Burnout can affect everyone across all walks of life. It’s a complicated issue that we often associate with overworking, mainly impacting those in super stressful and demanding corporate jobs. But…
How To Boost Your Productivity and Stay Creative
We all know the feeling. You’re trying to get through your to-do list, but somewhere along the way, your creativity starts to fizzle out. You’re stuck in that all-too-familiar cycle…
5 Ways to Gamify Your Tasks and Get Work Done Faster
I used to think gaming was an absolute waste of time. Even though I’ve spent over half a year in total playing World of Warcraft over the past 10 years,…
15 Tools To Help You Manage and Achieve Your Goals
According to Victor Frankl, the famous neurologist, psychologist and Holocaust survivor, goals are what give us purpose in life. In his book Man’s Search For Meaning, Frankl discusses the significance…
10 time management tips to up your productivity game
Over the past ten years, I’ve read all the books out there about productivity and time management. From all that material, there are ten tips I’ve picked up that I…
My 28 Best Pieces of Life Advice
I recently turned 28 years old 🥳So I thought I’d do a roundup of the best life advice I’ve gathered during my 28 years on this planet. 🌍
The 24 Best Productivity Apps in 2022
I’ve refined my collection of ‘best productivity apps’ over many, many years. I’ve kept all the good apps, and deleted any that weren’t efficient, or easy to work with.
How To Type Faster: 8 Actionable Tips To Increase Your Typing Speed
Let’s be honest – we’re all using computers on a daily basis and most of us use it for work. And while I don’t want to admit it, I spend…
How To Stay Focused (and not get distracted)
These days it’s harder than ever to stay focused. We’re surrounded by fancy technologies and the whole new (and usually more fun) world is just a stone’s throw away.
