Deep Questions with Cal Newport

Ep. 93: Am I Overcommitted or Bad at Time Management?

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May 3, 2021
A listener shares their transformative experience of spending a year without a smartphone, unveiling the benefits of digital minimalism. The conversation dives into the evolution of personal productivity, examining its historical roots and how it affects modern knowledge work. Strategies for balancing deep work with collaboration are discussed, emphasizing the importance of high-quality content creation. Additionally, the challenges and joys of fostering social connections in the workplace post-pandemic are explored, highlighting the value of intentional living.
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ANECDOTE

A Year Without a Smartphone

  • A listener turned off their smartphone for a year and experienced significant positive changes.
  • These changes included stronger relationships, increased solitude, and rediscovering hobbies.
ADVICE

Process Over Inbox

  • When starting a new job, focus on establishing clear processes instead of inbox management.
  • Identify recurring tasks and implement alternative workflows to the "hyperactive hive mind."
INSIGHT

Hyperactive Hive Mind

  • Cal Newport clarifies the argument in his book "A World Without Email" is not against all email usage.
  • The book targets the hyperactive hive mind workflow, not email's utility for asynchronous communication.
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