Deep Questions with Cal Newport

Ep. 197: I’m Writing a New Book

Below are the questions covered in today&amp;aposs episode (with their timestamps). For instructions on submitting your own questions, go to <a href="https://calnewport.com/podcast">calnewport.com/podcast</a>. Video from today’s episode:  <a href="https://youtube.com/calnewportmedia">youtube.com/calnewportmedia</a> The Overlooked Radicalism of Tim Ferriss [13:53] QUESTIONS: - Is it time for a career change or do I just lack discipline? [37:30] - Do occasional leaks mean that my productivity system is broken? [46:02] - LISTENER CALL: How should this exhausted professorI structure her sabbatical? [50:16] Habit Tune-Up: The Corner Marking Method [59:03] - Why use a paper notebook for Time-blocking instead of an app? [1:20:58] - How can I do longer Deep Work sessions? [1:26:48] Thanks to our Sponsors: <a href="https://Trybasis.com/Cal">Trybasis.com/Cal</a> <a href="https://Wren.co/Deep">Wren.co/Deep</a> <a href="https://ExpressVPN.com/Deep">ExpressVPN.com/Deep</a> <a href="https://Novo.co/Deep">Novo.co/Deep</a> Thanks to Jesse Miller for production, Jay Kerstens for the intro music, and Mark Miles for mastering.

Cal Newport is a computer science professor and a New York Times bestselling author who writes about the impact of technology on society, and the struggle to work and live deeply in a world increasingly mired in digital distractions. On this podcast, he answers questions from his readers and offers advice about cultivating focus, productivity, and meaning amidst the noise that pervades our lives.