The Tim Ferriss Show

#594: Cal Newport and Tim Ferriss Revisit "The 4-Hour Workweek" (Plus: The Allure and The Void of Remote Work, Unsustainable Behaviors, Burning Out, The Cult of Productivity, and More)

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May 17, 2022
In a fascinating discussion, Cal Newport, an associate professor at Georgetown University and bestselling author, interviews Tim Ferriss to revisit the enduring themes of 'The 4-Hour Workweek.' They delve into the allure and pitfalls of remote work and hustle culture, sharing personal stories about redefining productivity. The duo critiques modern communication overload and the fleeting nature of productivity tools. Newport advocates for 'slow productivity,' emphasizing the need for boundaries to combat burnout and suggesting that true progress stems from thoughtful experimentation.
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ANECDOTE

The Break-Up

  • Tim Ferriss's girlfriend broke up with him because he was always working.
  • She gave him a photo collage of himself in a suit with a briefcase that said, "Business hours end at 5 p.m."
INSIGHT

The Startup Game

  • Startups, like professional sports, often favor young, intensely dedicated individuals.
  • Even in intense environments, things take longer and cost more than expected, so contingency plans are important.
ADVICE

Silicon Valley's Influence

  • Silicon Valley is a testing ground for new technologies, including remote work.
  • Constant connectedness makes it hard to disconnect from work without strategies and rules.
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