Below are the questions covered in today’s episode (with their timestamps). For instructions on submitting your own questions, go to calnewport.com/podcast.

WORK QUESTIONS

 - What algorithm should I use to implement the Eisenhower Matrix? [6:21]  - Should I switch careers to pursue my dream? [9:34]  - How did I (Cal) fit research, teaching, and writing into my 9 to 5 graduate student schedule? [20:37]   - What advice should I give students about deep work? [23:55]

TECHNOLOGY QUESTIONS

 - Can I succeed in music without social media? [28:06]  - How can I avoid social media during Zoom classes? [32:28]  - What are my (Cal) favorite sources for book research? [40:03]

DEEP LIFE QUESTIONS

 - How do I (Cal) decide what books to read? [42:00]  - How can I combine deep leisure with an exhausting job? [45:40]

Thanks to Jay Kerstens for the intro music.

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