Deep Questions with Cal Newport Ep. 79: Should This Meeting Have Been an Email?
Mar 15, 2021
Explore the rise of unnecessary Zoom meetings and learn how to improve communication efficiency in remote work. Discover the balance between productivity and leisure, as well as the benefits of structured workdays. Delve into the complexities of remote work, with strategies for maintaining focus and minimizing distractions. Find out how to reshape social media habits and replace them with more meaningful activities. Lastly, uncover why kitchens are appealing workspaces and how to combat deep procrastination, especially in remote learning.
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Cal Newport's Blog Process
- Cal Newport writes his blog posts in 60-90 minutes, often in interesting environments.
- He used to have a strict writing ritual but now fits it in where possible, sometimes in coffee shops or bars.
Work From Home and Deep Work
- Working from home offers deep work advantages like more time and location flexibility.
- However, it can also increase hyperactive hive mind collaboration, hindering deep work.
Productive Meditation for Creatives
- Use productive meditation for creative endeavors, capturing insights after thought completion.
- Focus on in-head progress, even when needing to jot down notes or use a computer later.
