Deep Questions with Cal Newport

Ep. 97: Should I Outsource My Inbox?

May 17, 2021

Explore how to foster a deeper work environment and battle meeting overload. Discover the benefits of outsourcing your email management with an assistant. Dive into strategies for minimizing distractions during work. Get insight into how indie authors can effectively use social media. Plus, hear thoughts on future writing projects and the enduring value of insights from legendary thinkers like Heschel and Postman. Tune in for practical tips to enhance both professional and personal life!

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Episode notes

Intro

4min

Harnessing Ideas: The Power of Books and Efficient Learning

2min

Strategies to Combat Hyperactive Workflows and Enhance Productivity

21min

Navigating Book Marketing Phases

16min

Exploring the Deep Life

20min

Below are the questions covered in today's episode (with their timestamps). For instructions on submitting your own questions, go to calnewport.com/podcast.

DEEP WORK QUESTIONS

- How can I get others to accept a deeper work environment? [6:16]
- How can I escape meeting overload? [10:12]
- How can I ready myself for a deep work sessions? [18:00]
- Should I hire an assistant to help me with my emails? [22:14]
- How should indie authors use social media? [27:10]
- How do I stop being so distracted at work? [35:11]

DEEP LIFE QUESTIONS

- What is my (Cal) next book going to be about? [42:26]
- How do I preserve energy for home projects? [44:43]
- What do you (Cal) find valuable in the work of Abraham Joshua Heschel? [50:02]
- What is my (Cal) favorite Neil Postman book? [53:06]
- Can I write a novel if I'm a full-time computer programmer? [56:20]
- Nina how do you choose what to work deeply on? [58:56]

Thanks to Jay Kerstens for the intro music.