In this mini-episode, I answer audio questions from listeners asking for advice about how best to tune-up their productivity and work habits in a moment of increased distraction and disruption.

You can submit your own audio questions at speakpipe.com/calnewport.

Here are the topics we cover:

* Easing into time block planning. [6:24] * Keeping up when taking notes. [11:49] * Optimal delay between learning and recall. [17:12] * Planning big goals. [20:59] * Insider advice on book publishing [29:36]

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Thanks to listener Jay Kerstens for the intro music.