Episode 168: Focus: Cal Newport on Distractions, Focus and Deep Work – BTTDL169

Cal Newport is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, and the author most recently of Deep Work, a book which argues that focus is the new I.Q. in the modern workplace, and So Good They Can’t Ignore You, a book which debunks the long-held belief that “follow your passion” is good advice.

In addition to studying the theoretical foundations of our digital age as a professor, Newport also writes about the impact of these technologies on the world of work.

Make sure to check out Brett Kelly’s Evernote Essentials as a tool Erik uses for deep work.

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Cal Newport is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, and the author most recently of Deep Work, a book which argues that focus is the new I.Q. in the modern workplace, and So Good They Can’t Ignore You, a book which debunks the long-held belief that “follow your passion” is good advice.

In addition to studying the theoretical foundations of our digital age as a professor, Newport also writes about the impact of these technologies on the world of work.

Make sure to check out Brett Kelly’s Evernote Essentials as a tool Erik uses for deep work.

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Subscribe, rate, and review in iTunes
Follow @ErikJFisher