How Telegram CEO Pavel Durov Maximizes Productivity Through Sleep and Digital Discipline

Oct 07, 2025 02:52 pm CST

Telegram cofounder Pavel Durov reveals his unconventional productivity secrets: allocating 11-12 hours for nightly rest and strictly limiting smartphone usage. Despite building one of the world's largest messaging platforms, Durov believes excessive connectivity hinders productivity and creativity. His approach emphasizes uninterrupted thinking time, mindful technology use, and determining personal priorities rather than being influenced by notifications and social media.