114: Cal Newport – Deep Work Is Your Superpower

Episode 114: Cal Newport – Deep Work Is Your Superpower Cal Newport is a remarkably intelligent leader… I am a massive fan of his writing and have been following his work for years. It was a thrill to speak with him directly. This conversation went deep on many levels. The importance of doing deep work is something I've written about for The Huffington Post as one of the core qualities of a leader who has sustained excellence over an extended period of time. Cal Newport is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, who specializes in the theory of distributed algorithms. He previously earned his Ph.D. from MIT in 2009 and graduated from Dartmouth College in 2004. His most recent book, Deep Work, argues that focus is the new I.Q. in the knowledge economy, and that individuals who cultivate their ability to concentrate without distraction will thrive. On publication, Deep Work became an instant Wall Street Journal bestseller, and received praise in the New York Times Book Review, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, and The Guardian. Newport’s previous book, So Good They Can’t Ignore You, argues that “follow your passion” is bad advice. Since its publication, it has been selected for several best business books of the year lists, including those by Inc. Magazine, The Globe and Mail, and 800-CEO-Read. Newport’s New York Times op-ed on the book became the paper’s most e-mailed article for over a week. Episode 114: Cal Newport – Deep Work Is Your Superpower Subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher Radio The Learning Leader Show “The Ability To Do Deep Work Is A Super Power” In This Episode, You Will Learn: A leader who respects how hard everything is leads to sustained excellence We should all study Teddy Roosevelt Why “follow your passion” is bad advice Passion evolves over time… Developing skills through hard work creates passion Deep Work is an activity The ability to do Deep Work is a Super Power How to schedule Deep Work into your day/week/month Why e-mail can be eliminated The power of rituals and routines in order to do deep work Adam Grant and his 4 days of hibernating deep work Why you must claim YOUR time Productive meditation – what is it?