Cal Newport shares two short posts covering the value of workflow systems and why emails aren't all created equal\nEpisode 493: On Full Horizon Planning and the Under-Appreciated Power of Workflow Systems AND Not All Emails Are Created Equal by Cal Newport\nCal Newport is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, who specializes in the theory of distributed algorithms. He previously earned his Ph.D. from MIT in 2009 and graduated from Dartmouth College in 2004.\nIn addition to studying the theoretical foundations of our\xa0digital age as a professor, Newport\xa0also writes about the impact of these technologies on the world of work.\nHis most recent book, Deep Work, argues that focus is the new I.Q. in the knowledge economy, and that individuals\xa0who\xa0cultivate their ability to concentrate\xa0without distraction will thrive.\nThe original post is located here: https://www.calnewport.com/blog/2015/10/06/on-full-horizon-planning-and-the-under-appreciated-power-of-workflow-systems/ & https://www.calnewport.com/blog/2019/10/07/not-all-emails-are-created-equal/\xa0\n\xa0Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com\xa0\nInterested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices