Jumia Books Smarter Faster Better by Charles Duhigg

“Productivity put simply, is the name we give our attempts to figure out the best uses of our energy, intellect, and time as we try to seize the most meaningful rewards with the least wasted effort.”

“Motivation is more like a skill, akin to reading or writing, that can be learned and honed.”

“The trick [to motivation], researchers say, is realizing that a prerequisite to motivation is believing we have authority over our actions and surroundings. To motivate ourselves, we must feel like we are in control.”

“When people believe they are in control, they tend to work harder and push themselves more.”