To add my anecdata to the pile, if I "live right"[1] and ignore the pressure to work work work, I naturally have about 6hrs "bum on seat" work time per day, give or take. And that's without a commute. Or kids.
I haven't personally noticed being at the computer for 2hrs less a day causing me to be less productive.
What noticably makes me more productive:
- Not feeling exhausted, depressed, shitty, or feeling like I never have time for anything
- Working bum on seat until I feel like I'm not productive, then taking a break (go for a walk, empty the dishwasher) and let my brain solve the problem for me.
- If I really want to get more done and focus, and I have a clear goal, rounds of pomodoros
[1] get enough sleep; exercise each day; cook healthy meals; spend time with my partner; have time to myself; have time to perform daily chores and errands, etc
I haven't personally noticed being at the computer for 2hrs less a day causing me to be less productive.
What noticably makes me more productive:
- Not feeling exhausted, depressed, shitty, or feeling like I never have time for anything
- Working bum on seat until I feel like I'm not productive, then taking a break (go for a walk, empty the dishwasher) and let my brain solve the problem for me.
- If I really want to get more done and focus, and I have a clear goal, rounds of pomodoros
[1] get enough sleep; exercise each day; cook healthy meals; spend time with my partner; have time to myself; have time to perform daily chores and errands, etc