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Cal Newport: How to eliminate distractions and stay focused
Season 1, Ep. 72
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What is deep work, and why is it important? Cal Newport is known for his work on productivity and focus, and in this episode, he shares his best advise on how to eliminate distractions and getting things done. Cal and Nicolai also discuss the myths of multitasking, whether four-day work weeks are beneficial and the importance of respecting your attention. Tune in and focus on the valuable insights from computer science professor and best-selling author Cal Newport!
The production team for this episode includes PLAN-B's Pål Huuse and Niklas Figenschau Johansen. Background research was conducted by Arabella Graves and Isabelle Karlsson.
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