The Four Rules of Deep Work
Deep work is the act of performing thoughtfully and with focus, concentration, and intent. It's the opposite of multi-tasking.
- Work Deeply
- Embrace Boredom
- Quit Social Media
- Drain the Shallows”
The deep work rules are designed to help you make the most of your time and attention, to better achieve your goals.
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Books, meditation and lying on a couch with food & watching movies are my favorite things. At the same time, I help anyone to get the clarity and push they need to move beyond their fears, uncertainties, procrastination to make real progress on life goals.
Deep Work is a book about the skills we need in the age of Google. To thrive in the modern world, you have to have the skills of the masters: concentration, focus, the ability to work deeply, the talent to produce high-quality work without getting distracted. This breakthrough guide to focus and productivity is the most talked-about business book of the year.
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