Into the Impossible With Brian Keating
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What if I told you that you could be more productive… by doing less?
Sounds crazy, but as per today’s extraordinary guest, it’s true! Meet Cal Newport, associate professor of computer science at Georgetown University and bestselling author of Deep Work, Digital Minimalism, and other books that offer a refreshing departure from the hustle culture that pervades modern society.
Instead of advocating for endless multitasking and shallow engagement, Newport champions the art of deep work – the ability to focus intensely on cognitively demanding tasks, producing results that are not only profound but also deeply satisfying.
Today, he presents his newest book, Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout.
Join us as we explore the potential beyond the constant hustle and bustle of modern life and discover what you can accomplish by doing not more but fewer things!
Key Takeaways:
00:00:00 Intro
00:04:50 Judging a book by its cover
00:07:48 The meandering path of productivity
00:13:54 The importance of time blocking
00:17:47 Working on fewer things
00:26:48 Controlling time and scheduling
00:31:02 Quality over quantity
00:45:31 Cal’s thoughts on writing books
00:53:37 Galileo’s scientific legacy and engaging with new ideas
01:12:44 What’s your five-year plan?
01:22:06 The potentials and dangers of AI
01:33:45 The value of technology in education
01:54:14 Outro
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