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Are You Busy or Productive?

What do you say when someone asks how are you?

If you’re like a lot of people, you may respond with a one word answer…

“Busy”

In the USA, we live in a fast spaced culture of busyness, but is that really a good thing?

No one likes to feel like that they have nothing going on, so it can be natural to say you’re busy even when you’re not.

But on the flip side, maybe you are busy but are you really being productive or just doing things that you’ve always been doing?

“Activity doesn’t mean accomplishment” and it’s important to evaluate what we’re doing to make sure we’re being productive instead of just being busy.

It’s a work in progress and saying your busy doesn’t always lead to the result that you may think it should…

Learn more about what I mean in this episode with Bobby Dutton who is a man of mutually exclusive talents and is very passionate about what he does whether that’s in speaking, hosting large DJ events, or flying a plane.

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MORE DETAILS ABOUT EPISODE

Paul Faronbi talks with Bobby Dutton, an entrepreneur and DJ, who shares his multifaceted journey from a curious child to a successful business owner. Bobby discusses his passion for technology and performance, the evolution of his DJ business into GBM6, and the importance of finding flow state in work and life. He emphasizes the significance of intentionality in leadership and the need to prioritize effectively to avoid the pitfalls of busyness. We explore the themes of busyness versus productivity, the true definition of success, and the importance of happiness over profit in leadership. They discuss the impact of social media on perceptions of success and the necessity of self-reflection to identify personal goals. Bobby shares his passion for aviation and how it has influenced his leadership style, emphasizing the importance of data-driven happiness in managing teams. The conversation concludes with insights on teaching leadership principles through aviation experiences.

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KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM EPISODE

• The entrepreneurial spirit often requires self-investment and risk.

• DJing can be a powerful medium for creating memorable experiences.

• Intentionality in leadership is crucial for success.

• Flow state is achieved through high challenge and high skill.

• Pilot thinking helps in navigating challenges effectively.

• Prioritizing tasks is essential to avoid feeling overwhelmed.

• Redefining success means moving beyond the notion of busyness.

• Busyness does not equate to productivity.

• Success should be defined on personal terms, not societal expectations.

• Hustle culture can lead to burnout rather than fulfillment.

• Happiness should be prioritized over profit in business.

• Self-reflection is crucial to understanding personal motivations.

• Social media often presents a distorted view of success.

• Financial stability is important, but it doesn't guarantee happiness.

• Data can be used to measure and improve team happiness.

• Intentional choices lead to a more fulfilling life.

• Pursuing passions can lead to unexpected opportunities.

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