smarter, not harder
Type: Concept
As of November 2026, smarter, not harder has been mentioned in one podcast episode on New Heights (Dec 2025).
Phrase used as a principle when Clooney jokes about pumping arms faster instead of running faster; a general efficiency heuristic.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Dec 2025 on New Heights |
| Field | Productivity / Performance |
Who talks about smarter, not harder on podcasts?
smarter, not harder came up; the most recent mention was Dec 2025 on New Heights.
- George Clooney Joins New Heights! on New Heights (Dec 2025)
What is smarter, not harder mentioned alongside?
smarter, not harder is most often mentioned alongside Jerry White's book on 19th century London, Noah Sandman and Raising Arizona.
Mentioned together: Jerry White's book on 19th century London, Noah Sandman, Raising Arizona, Kansas City, Kansas, Barbara Gene Mel, sponsor, Klay Travis, Happy Gilmore 2, cigarette, 1950s