Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport

An Amazon Best Book of 2016 in Business & Leadership
Wall Street Journal Business Bestseller
800-CEO-READ Business Book of the Week

Master one of the rarest skills in today's economy and achieve groundbreaking results with Deep Work by Cal Newport.

Deep Work is the ability to focus intensely on cognitively demanding tasks, enabling you to master complex information and produce better results in less time. In an age dominated by distractions like email and social media, this skill is more valuable than ever.

Cal Newport, a professor and author, argues that cultivating deep work is key to success in the modern world. The book is divided into two parts: the first makes the case for deep work's benefits, while the second offers a practical guide with four rules to develop this essential skill:

Work Deeply
Embrace Boredom
Quit Social Media
Drain the Shallows
Through cultural criticism and actionable advice, Deep Work explores memorable stories—from Carl Jung's secluded stone tower to a social media pioneer writing distraction-free on a flight to Tokyo. This book is an indispensable guide for anyone seeking focused success in a distracted world.