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Deep Work Versus Shallow Work
- Deep work is focused, distraction-free engagement on cognitively demanding tasks that push your skill limits.
- Shallow work is logistical and replicable, and won't drive major career progress.
Rarity Raises Value
- Deep work is becoming rarer while its economic value rises, making it a competitive advantage.
- Those who cultivate sustained concentration will thrive in knowledge work.
BCG No-Email Case Study
- Harvard's Leslie Perlow tested banning after-hours email at BCG and found happiness and client satisfaction rose.
- Teams changed behaviors and even adjusted email software defaults to reduce nighttime sends.