Concentrated work

The words "knowledge society" and "information age" are easy to say and carry the seeds of omnipotence. Never has more information, never has more knowledge been available faster, better and cheaper than today. This can certainly be seen as progress. But we are paying a high price. No cultural-critical analysis is required to recognize that the new media possess an enormous power of distraction. This is the direct result of the general battle for attention. In his book, Cal Newport thoroughly analyzes this phenomenon, identifies the causes and uses many examples to demonstrate the connection between the ability to concentrate and peak performance. With Deep Work, he presents a method with which we can regain control of our attention. What is astonishing in the overall view is the major role played by work organization. In other words, Deep Work is not just for big thinkers - anyone who works at a desk can benefit from it. GetAbstract recommends the book to all knowledge workers, but especially to decision-makers who care about the productivity of their employees.GetAbstract rating: 9Implementability: 9Innovation level: 8Style: 9

Publisher: Redline VerlagYear of publication: 2017Pages: 271ISBN: 9783868816570