Mike and Thanh discuss the tools, environments, and time needed to do your best work – deep work. Deep work is when you are devoting your entire attention to your most important task, and it’s something many people struggle with. In this episode we cover ideas like clearing to neutral, managing your energy levels, sounds and music that promote deep work, and more.

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Cheat Sheet

Why people struggle to make time to do deep work

The ritual Thanh follows when he does deep work

Why you should try working in 90 minute cycles

The things that you need to do to really move the needle when it comes to being productive

Setting up your environment so it is easier to do deep work

The importance of clearing to neutral and how it can help you get started quicker

Managing your energy levels in order to maximize the effectiveness of your deep work

Essential tips for working from coffee shops efficiently

Sounds and music that you can use to stimulate productivity

How items, events, and environments can act as an anchor that triggers deep work

Why you should really consider using a Pomodoro timer when doing deep work

How to create the time and space to do deep work effectively

The importance of scheduling time to do your deep work on your calendar

How to implement the 80/20 principle when doing deep work

Why a standing desk can significantly boost your productivity

How an external monitor can help you work more efficiently

How changing up your space can inspire deep work

Links

AEDojo.com

TPS88: Deep Work w/ Cal Newport

5 Ways to Apply the 80/20 Rule To Free Up 2+ Hours A Week (TPS118)

3 Keys to Using the 80/20 Rule in Your Business for Exponential Growth (TPS119)

Back to Basics: Clearing to Neutral

How to Get Things Done at Coffee Shops and Cafes Like You Would at the Office

Brain.fm

Focus@will

Bose QuietComfort 20 | Bose QuietComfort 25

Esington Glass Productivity Timer

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