Ep. 197: I’m Writing a New Book
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
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Cultural Shifts and 'The Four-Hour Workweek'
This chapter discusses an interview reflecting on the influential book 'The Four-Hour Workweek' and its rise to fame during a pivotal South by Southwest event in 2007. It examines the book's radical challenge to prevailing work ethics, especially in the tech community, and how its core message about work-life balance has been often misinterpreted. Through personal anecdotes and cultural analysis, the chapter underscores the ongoing relevance of rethinking work in light of changing societal values.
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