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On cognitive liberty, the mechanics of delegation, and the art of living a quieter life in a noisy world.

Professional experiencing administrative paralysis while staring at phone unable to make simple call

Productivity2025-01-28

Administrative Paralysis: Why High Performers Can't Complete Simple Tasks

73% of executives admit to avoiding simple admin tasks for weeks. The psychology behind why successful people struggle with phone calls, emails, and appointments—and the only solution that actually works.

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Phone on desk with calculator showing hidden costs of avoiding phone calls

Productivity2025-01-30

The Real Cost of That Phone Call You've Been Avoiding (I Did the Math)

That 8-minute phone call you've been putting off for 3 weeks? It's already cost you $247. Here's the brutal math on what phone call anxiety actually costs—in dollars, health, and sanity.

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