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Parkinson's Law

Are you an urgency addict who does everything at the last minute? Parkinson's law proves people are more likely to waste time than to make the most of it. If you want time on your side, your best weapon might just be the humble tomato.

Season 1 • Episode 2 • 4 mn

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Carlson's law
Carlson's law

If you feel like you're more efficient at home than in an open-plan office, you’re not alone. According to Carlson's Law, interruption reduces productivity and zaps your energy. The solution? Time management techniques like batching, time blocking and deep work.

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Laborit's law
Laborit's law

Laborit's law, or “the law of least effort,” is the scientific theory of procrastination. It’s human nature to seek instant gratification by tackling the easiest tasks on your to-do list. But soon the boring tasks pile up and, with them, so do your stress levels. So do yourself a favour and eat the frog first!

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Illitch's law
Illitch's law

As Illich's Law proves, perfect is the enemy of good. By aiming too high and taking on too much, your productivity plummets and you risk burning out. To keep from getting burnt by your best intentions, organise your day according to chronobiology.

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