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Ep. 197: I’m Writing a New Book

Deep Questions with Cal Newport

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Mastering Note-Taking for Slow Productivity

This chapter centers on the speaker's innovative approach to writing a book about slow productivity, stressing the importance of efficiency in the writing process. By integrating the lives of Jane Austen and Andrew Wiles, the speaker introduces practical note-taking methods, including a unique corner marking system for physical books, to enhance information retention. The chapter also contrasts the benefits of physical books and Kindle, highlighting the effective use of personal annotations to streamline knowledge extraction.

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