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Nov 2024
1h 21m

Ep. 325: Simple Focus Protocols

CAL NEWPORT
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A common theme on this show is the importance of focus and the need to train the ability. This can be a long term project, but are there things you can do right away to improve your ability to concentrate? In this episode, Cal explores five easy ideas that will immediately improve your focus ability. He then answers listener questions and reviews the books h ... Show More
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