Deep Questions with Cal Newport Ep. 27: Inside My Planning Discipline, the Joys and Sorrows of Slack, and Finding Depth Among Shallow Friends | DEEP QUESTIONS
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Sep 14, 2020 Explore the intricacies of planning and productivity strategies, including the importance of structured workflows over messaging apps like Slack. Discover how to overcome writer's block and the balance between career satisfaction and skill cultivation. Delve into the challenge of finding meaningful connections in a fun-focused culture and hear personal stories that emphasize depth over superficiality. Learn about effective study techniques and how to embrace multiple interests while staying true to one’s calling.
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Planning Scales
- Plan your work at daily, weekly, and quarterly levels.
- Focus on big projects quarterly, weekly reviews, and daily time blocking.
Time Blocking
- Time block work in 30-minute or longer increments, batching smaller tasks.
- Use labels within blocks and elaborate in the page's upper right corner.
Writer's Block
Writer's block is simply the feeling of writing; it's the act of struggling with the words.
- This struggle is productive, leading to growth and valuable output.
