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🎧 Episode Summary

Quote: It’s not enough to be busy; so are the ants. The question is: what are we busy about? — Henry David Thoreau

In this episode, Scott calls out the glorification of busyness. With help from Thoreau, he draws a sharp distinction between motion and meaning—and why alignment always beats activity.

🧠 What You’ll Learn Today:

• Why busyness often masks a lack of clarity
• How to prioritize impact over effort
• How to assess your calendar with intention

💬 Share This With a Leader Who:

• Is always overwhelmed but never fulfilled
• Feels addicted to productivity but unclear on purpose
• Wants to lead with better priorities

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🔑 Keywords:

Thoreau, Busyness, Productivity, Prioritization, Focus, Clarity, Strategic Planning, The Inner Strategy

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The Stoic Inner Strategy is your daily shortform podcast—your blueprint for modern leadership rooted in timeless truths.

Hosted by Scott Smith, founder of Akhada Consulting, co-founder of ChatWorx, and host of The Outsourcing Blueprint podcast, this series blends ancient Stoic wisdom with real-world business strategy to help you lead with clarity, manage both your teams and yourself effectively, and move with purpose.

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