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Deep Questions with Cal Newport

Ep. 14: Habit Tune-Up: Publishing Strategies, Surviving Side Hustles, Productivity for Support Roles, and Cultivating Balance in the Pursuit of Depth

Jul 29, 2020
In this engaging discussion, listeners get valuable tips on where to publish different writing styles. The conversation dives into the challenges of managing dual careers while staying productive. Insights are shared on enhancing productivity in support roles through effective organization. The dialogue also highlights the importance of balancing career commitments with personal life, encouraging listeners to pursue activities that foster overall well-being.
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Quick takeaways

  • Different writing platforms require varied content: blog for experiments, articles for depth, books for in-depth research.
  • Support roles benefit from structured task handling, transitioning from chaotic to systematic information management for increased efficiency.

Deep dives

Deciding What to Write Where

Deciding what content to write for different platforms involves escalating criteria: blog for experimenting, articles for national publications for rigorous ideas, and books for blockbusters; ideas needing thorough research and personal relevance.

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