Why it endured
Cal Newport argues that the ability to focus without distraction is the superpower of the 21st century — and that most knowledge workers are squandering it. He makes the case for deliberate practice in a world of constant distraction.
What they're saying
2 people recommend this book
“Cal is not just one of my favorite thinkers, not just one of my favorite authors, but also one of my favorite people to talk to. I think Cal holds the record for most appearances on the Daily Stoic podcast (you can listen to our conversations here, here, here, and here). But anyone doing knowledge work in the 21st century has to be familiar with Cal’s concept of deep work. This is a book that explains how to cultivate and protect that skill—the ability to focus, be creative, and think at a high level.”
“Digs into how distraction sabotages modern knowledge workers and offers practical strategies for single-tasking and sustained focus, with a straightforward core message that's easy to grasp but transformative to implement.”
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