Book Summary - So Good They Can't Ignore You by Cal Newport
I first heard Cal Newport on a podcast promoting his book "Digital Minimalism" post which I looked him up. He is a New York Times best selling author of seven non-fiction books in addition to being an associate professor of Computer Science at the Georgetown University. He coined the term "deep work" in his book by the same name which redefined the concept of work. I liked that his books address real world problems - how to get into a flow state with all modern world distractions, how to build a compelling career, how to manage digital clutter - and provided actionable frameworks to tackle them. A lot of books talk about discovering your passion, following your passion, monetizing your passion, living the dream etc. I picked this one up as it was a refreshing change - it upfront says that following your passion is dangerous advice. I believe this book will benefit anyone aspiring to have a fulfilling work life. The concepts in the book can be easily applied. They