What does the story of the rise of the singing superstar Jewel teach us about escaping busyness in our knowledge work jobs? In this episode, Cal makes the connection, extracting a key lesson about quality as an engine for slowness, and then providing concrete advice and examples for applying this lesson to your own professional life. Also: listener questions ... Show More
Mar 2024
Achieve More By Doing Less: Slow Productivity | Cal Newport
In today’s episode, we tackle slow productivity with Cal Newport. Cal is a leading productivity expert and the author of several best selling books, including a A World Without Email: Reimagining Work in an Age of Communication Overload, Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Lif ... Show More
1h 36m
Jul 2024
MOMENT 16: Unlock Intense Focus & Achieve Extraordinary Results | Cal Newport
<p>Do you get caught up doing ‘busy work’, instead of engaging in the deep, meaningful work that actually moves the needle?</p><br><p>In this inspiring moment, bestselling author and professor of computer science Cal Newport shares the life-changing distinction between “deep” and ... Show More
5m 18s
Nov 2024
Healthy Productivity with Cal Newport
We’re tired, burnt out, and searching for a reprieve from hustle culture. Something needs to change if we’re going to get to real productivity: doing that is meaningful and fulfilling rather than just checking boxes off an endless to-do list. On today’s episode, Cal Newport joins ... Show More
1h 30m
May 2024
194. Reviewing Cal Newport’s “Slow Productivity”
<p>#194: In this episode, Sharif and Dr. Kevin Majeres discuss Cal Newport's new book, “Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout.” “Slow Productivity” builds on themes he explores in his previous books: for instance, mastering your craft and focusing on t ... Show More
34m 28s
Dec 2024
Productive, Not Busy: How to Slow Down, Clarify What Matters, and Calmly Get Things Done
Episode SummaryI discuss how to stop just being busy and calmly get things done without stress, overwhelm, or chaos..Show Notes Pagejeffsanders.com/563.Go Premium!Exclusive bonus episodes, 100% ad-free, full back catalog, and more!Free 7-Day Trial of 5 AM Miracle Premium.Perks fr ... Show More
42m 35s
Sep 2025
How to Get Things Done, Stay Focused, and Be More Productive
<p>In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to gain control of your time, improve productivity, and get motivated (even when you don’t feel like it). </p><p>By the time you finish listening, you’ll understand how to get things done, the surprising science of focus, and simple tricks ... Show More
1h 16m
Apr 2021
252 - How to Focus on the Right Thing at the Right Time
<p>Got endless ideas and goals for your life and business — but not enough bandwidth to make them happen? In this episode, you'll learn how to stop trying to do it all, so you can say YES to what's most important to you. Some seasons of life call for a slower, more focused approa ... Show More
13m 5s