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Deep Questions with Cal Newport
Ep. 208: To-Do Lists Are Inhumane
Aug 8, 2022
Discover the troubles of overwhelming to-do lists and find effective strategies to tackle them. Explore the crucial differences between deep and shallow work, and learn how to streamline productivity. Delve into innovative marketing tactics for books beyond social media and hear about fascinating connections between gambling strategies and finance. Unpack methods to manage creative anxiety and maintain a healthy balance between idea generation and execution, ensuring a fulfilling professional life.
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- To-do lists may promote shallow work instead of deep work.
- Managing anxiety about not achieving goals involves evaluating the project or investing more time.
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Book 1: From Zero to Maker
From Zero to Maker by David Lang is a book about DIY making and the author's own experiences in the DIY maker community. The book includes case studies and resources for becoming a maker.
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