Show Notes: MLDC Book of the Week – Deep WorkEpisode 282 of The HaltingWinter Podcast

This week in the Municipal Leadership Development Circle, Seth Winterhalter breaks down the key insights from Cal Newport's book, Deep Work, and it might be the most important book you read as a local government leader trying to produce impactful work.

When was the last time you had three uninterrupted hours to think strategically? For most city managers, county administrators, and department heads, the answer is "I can't remember." That's the crisis Newport addresses: your most important work requires sustained focus, but everything about your work environment destroys your ability to concentrate.

In this episode, Seth breaks down why the ability to perform deep work is becoming increasingly rare at exactly the same time it's becoming increasingly valuable and what that means for your leadership effectiveness.

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Resources Mentioned

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• Book: Deep Work by Cal Newport
• L&C Training Session: YouTube Channel
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• Website: www.HaltingWinter.com