Below are the questions covered in today's episode (with their timestamps). For instructions on submitting your own questions, go to calnewport.com/podcast.Video from today’s episode: youtube.com/calnewportmediaUpdate on Cal’s book writing [ 2:03]WORK QUESTIONS- How do I get my family and friends to take my profession seriously? [14:11]- How should we adjus ... Show More
Feb 2
Ep. 390: What Happens When You Ditch Your Smartphone? + Assessing the Internet’s Latest Self-Help Sensation
Everyone knows that excessive smartphone use can be harmful. But the question we don’t ask enough is what the advantages are of not using these devices. In the ideas segment, Cal examines the testimonials of four subjects who spent significant time without phones, to learn what t ... Show More
1h 11m
Jan 26
Ep. 389: Is the Internet Hijacking Ambition? + Escaping Messaging Hell
It’s natural to feel ambition, as we’re wired to find great satisfaction in accomplishing hard goals. But what impact has the internet had on this instinct? To help explore this question, author Brad Stulberg, author of the new book THE WAY OF EXCELLENCE, joins Cal during the ide ... Show More
1h 48m
Sep 2023
673: Getting Hired, Interviewing, and Why Recruiters Suck with Taylor Desseyn
In this supper club episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott talk with Taylor Desseyn about his work as a job recruiter, how hiring has changed over the last few years, what soft and tech skills developers need, what not to do when applying, and how AI is affecting the hiring process.
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56m 18s
Oct 2019
Humility Is An Underrated Path to Happiness
<p>Hey Podcast Listeners, on todays episode’s you get a mashup of 3 separate interviews taken in Armenia with Entrepreneur Magazine, TechCrunch, and Forbes. Was there a moment from this interview that stuck out to you? Tweet me @garyvee with your favorite moment!</p>
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30m 21s
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this episode of the</span> <em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Millionaire Mindcast</span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;">, we have Rob Murgatroyd, who shares insights about the importance of doing the things you love and enjoy, the powe ... Show More
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In this episode of the</span> <em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Millionaire Mindcast</span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;">, we have Rob Murgatroyd, who shares insights about the importance of doing the things you love and enjoy, the powe ... Show More