In this post, Benjamin Todd draws together 15 years of research into the most reliable ways to become more successful at work. From building sustainable habits and protecting your health to learning faster, using AI effectively, making better decisions, and focusing on what matters most, it offers a practical alternative to vague self-help clichés.
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:04:39 - Zero. Learn how to build habits
00:06:44 - One. Don’t forget to take care of yourself
00:12:42 - Two. If helpful, make mental health your top priority
00:23:12 - Three. Deal with your physical health (not forgetting your back!)
00:29:41 - Four. Set goals
00:30:05 - Longer-term goals
00:31:58 - Goals for the quarter
00:33:15 - Learn to prioritise
00:35:04 - Five. Try out this list of ways to become more productive
00:36:35 - How to become more motivated
00:38:15 - Productivity processes
00:43:12 - Further reading on productivity
00:44:10 - Six. Get better at using the latest AI tools
00:47:42 - Seven. Improve your basic social skills
00:49:37 - Eight. Surround yourself with great people
00:54:42 - Best further reading on networking
00:55:28 - Nine. Apply scientific research into happiness
01:06:05 - Ten. Use these tips to save more money
01:10:25 - Eleven. Use research into decision-making to think better
01:19:07 - Twelve. Learn how to learn
01:25:04 - Thirteen. Be strategic about how you use your time at work
01:28:12 - Fourteen. Become an expert
01:30:28 - Fifteen. Become a better person
01:37:50 - The compounding benefits of investing in yourself
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