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Ep. 211: How Cal Organizes His Life

Deep Questions with Cal Newport

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Rethinking Open Offices and Workplace Dynamics

This chapter critically examines the effectiveness of open office spaces, arguing that they often hinder productivity instead of promoting collaboration. It discusses the declining value of such designs as they become widespread, emphasizing the disconnect between management policies and employee satisfaction. Additionally, the conversation touches on workplace communication issues at tech companies and the evolving nature of hybrid work policies.

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