This is the last productivity video you'll ever need to watch..

Summary

In this video, Isan Ibn Mans, a student of Islamic knowledge and successful entrepreneur, shares a productivity checklist focusing on actions that benefit both this life and the next. He outlines ten common activities that are unproductive and urges viewers to avoid them. Key points include the importance of acting on knowledge, sincerity in actions, spending wealth wisely, loving Allah, using the body and time for worship, and avoiding pointless thoughts and fears. He also offers insights on becoming a successful entrepreneur while staying true to Islamic principles.

Takeaways

• 🔍 Focus on productive activities that benefit both this life and the next.
• 📚 Avoid accumulating knowledge without acting upon it, especially in matters of faith and business.
• 🛠️ Ensure actions are done with sincerity and for the sake of Allah, avoiding actions that are purely for show.
• 💸 Spend wealth wisely, for personal benefit and in the path of Allah, rather than just hoarding it.
• ❤️ Cultivate a heart that loves Allah, as He is the most deserving of love.
• 💪 Use your body to worship and serve Allah, not just for physical or worldly activities.
• 🤝 Love others for the sake of Allah, as this brings reward and purpose to relationships.
• ⏳ Value and utilize time to get closer to Allah, making even permissible activities intentional and beneficial.
• 🧠 Avoid thoughts and concerns that do not bring any benefit, focusing instead on what aids personal and spiritual growth.
• 👥 Serve others in ways that bring you closer to Allah, ensuring your efforts are purposeful and rewarding in the hereafter.

Q & A

Who is the speaker in the video and what are his credentials?

The speaker is Isan Ibn Mansur, a student of Islamic knowledge and a seven-figure entrepreneur.

What is the main focus of the video?

The main focus of the video is to provide a productivity checklist by highlighting 10 common activities that bring no benefit and should be avoided to be truly productive.

What is the first thing mentioned that brings no benefit?

The first thing mentioned is knowledge that you do not act upon, as it doesn't benefit either in terms of the Deen or in personal/business life.

What does the speaker say about actions not done for Allah's sake?

Actions not done for Allah's sake are considered to be a waste, as they lack sincerity and are not accepted by Allah.

How does the speaker view wealth that is not spent?

Wealth that is not spent, whether for oneself, for the sake of Allah, or on loved ones, is seen as wasted. Accumulating wealth without spending it serves no purpose.

What is said about a heart that doesn't love Allah?

A heart that doesn't love Allah is considered to be wasted because Allah is most deserving of love due to the good He has done for us.

What happens to a body that doesn't worship Allah, according to the speaker?

A body that doesn't worship Allah is wasted. Despite physical strength or beauty, if the body is not used in the worship of Allah, it is ultimately worthless and will decay.

What is the speaker's advice on the love for others?

The speaker advises that love should be for Allah's sake. Natural love is acceptable but should be aligned with the love that Allah endorses.

Why is time considered the most valuable asset?

Time is considered the most valuable asset because, with it, one can earn Allah's love, pleasure, and ultimately Paradise. Time wasted not getting close to Allah is seen as a loss.

How does the speaker suggest we deal with thoughts and actions that don't benefit us?

The speaker suggests avoiding thoughts and actions that don't benefit us in our pursuit of getting closer to Allah, as these are considered wasted.

What is the ultimate summary of all the 10 things that are considered a waste?

All the 10 things can be summarized as a waste of the heart and time. Wasting these two leads to the waste of everything else.

What is the cause of wasting one's heart and time?

Wasting the heart is caused by choosing this life over the next, and wasting time comes from thinking that one will live forever.

What is the purpose of making money according to the speaker?

The purpose of making money is to use it to earn Allah's pleasure, take care of loved ones, support charitable causes, and ensure financial stability for future generations.

What does the speaker offer to those interested in scaling their businesses?

The speaker offers a free webinar on the 'Seven Steps to Seven Figures' formula, aimed at course creators, coaches, and agency owners to help them scale their businesses while remaining true to their Islamic values.