Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World · chapter 2 · id deep-work-c2-09-busyness-as-a-proxy-for-produc

“Busyness as a Proxy for Productivity: without clear output metrics, knowledge workers use visible busyness -- rapid email responses, packed calendars -- as proof they are productive.”

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Drucker (1999) -- Knowledge-Worker Productivity, California Management Reviewpaywalled — manual check queued

Knowledge worker productivity cannot be measured like manual labor. The pivotal shift requires moving from output quantity to quality and effectiveness.

Global Peter Drucker Forum -- Productivity Paradoxsource alive

Knowledge worker productivity has been decreasing while busyness has increased. More activity produces less value.

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