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

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.

Release date

Lydbog: 15. marts 2021