Deep Questions with Cal Newport Ep. 30: Habit Tune-Up: Easing into Time Blocks, Planning Big Goals, and the Story of How I Sold My First Book
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Sep 24, 2020 Discover practical tips for easing into time blocking and mastering productivity without feeling overwhelmed. Uncover strategies for effective note-taking during fast-paced lectures and how to sync ambitious goals with daily tasks through quarterly planning. Gain insider insights into the world of nonfiction publishing, including securing an agent and pitching ideas. Plus, hear a personal journey on the challenges and triumphs of selling a first book, all while navigating the complexities of the publishing industry.
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Weekly Planning Stress
- Cal Newport experiences stress and crankiness during weekly planning.
- This is due to a mismatch between our brains and modern workloads.
Easing into Time Blocking
- Start with rough, high-level time blocks instead of precise ones to build the habit.
- Include one very precise, non-urgent, important task block to practice switching tasks.
Effective Note-Taking
- Organize notes into question, evidence, conclusion clusters after class, not during.
- Reduce friction for note completion by leaving space and using symbols.
