Cal Newport on Distractions, Focus and Deep Work
Beyond the To-Do List - Productivity for Work and Life
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The Perverse Incentives of Knowledge Work
In most jobs, the shallow work is what prevents you from getting fired and deep work is what gets you promoted. "Deep work is what moves the needle," he says. The fight of the knowledge economy is fighting for deep work to become a regular part of your schedule. 'If I'm going to build a career that I really am proud of and it's a real source of value'
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