The Art of Manliness

#168: The Value of Deep Work in the Age of Distraction

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Jan 12, 2016
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INSIGHT

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.
INSIGHT

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.
ANECDOTE

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.
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