

Ep. 318: Take a Break
462 snips Sep 16, 2024
Curious about the intersection of productivity and creativity? The host suggests taking breaks, even hitting the movies, to recharge your mind and enhance output. Listeners grapple with chaotic jobs, task management via inboxes, and balancing work with personal relationships. A CEO's time-blocking strategy is evaluated, offering insights into effective productivity methods. The exploration of career capital and transitioning from law to finance sheds light on making fulfilling career choices. Dive into the dynamics of work, creativity, and personal values!
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Movie Break Example
- Cal Newport recently watched the movie Split during a workday.
- He did this after completing intensive writing work to recharge before starting a new project.
Cranking vs. Creating
- Two models of work exist: cranking, where constant presence is crucial, and creating, where flexible, valuable output matters more.
- Modern knowledge work often wrongly treats creators like crankers, leading to burnout.
Managing Deep Work with Many Projects
- Treat managing multiple projects and deep work as separate roles.
- Secure protected time and permission for deep work, like a second job.