Best of 2024: Cal Newport | Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment without Burnout

The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

Srinivas Rao

Society & Culture

4.8 • 1K Ratings

🗓️ 16 December 2024

⏱️ 109 minutes

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In this episode of The Unmistakable Creative, Srini Rao interviews Cal Newport, author of "Slow Productivity." They discuss the impact of AI on productivity, the importance of doing fewer things, working at a natural pace, and obsessing over quality. Cal shares insights from his background in theoretical computer science and how it influenced his approach to productivity. They also explore the intersection of slow productivity and education, as well as the benefits of seasonality in work. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone looking to improve their productivity and find a better balance in their work and personal life.

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