Deep Questions with Cal Newport

Ep. 79: Should This Meeting Have Been an Email?

03.15.2021 - By Cal NewportPlay

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Below are the questions covered in today's episode (with their timestamps). For instructions on submitting your own questions, go to calnewport.com/podcast.

DEEP DIVE: Should this meeting have been an email? [5:30]

WORK QUESTIONS

 - How do I recharge after a hard year of work? [17:14]

 - How do I write blog posts? [20:46]

 - How important is working from home for accomplishing deep work? [22:52]

 - How can I apply productive meditation to work that requires a computer? [28:52]

TECHNOLOGY QUESTIONS

 - How do I step away from WhatsApp? [33:13]

 - Are spaced repetition flashcard programs worth it? [36:47]

 - What should I replace social media with in my life? [43:24]

 - How can I start a business without social media? [51:19]

DEEP LIFE QUESTIONS

 - Why are kitchens such appealing work locations? [54:53]

 - How do I overcome deep procrastination during remote learning? [58:10]

 - Should I time block after retirement?

Thanks to Jay Kerstens for the intro music.

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