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Below are the questions covered in today's episode (with their timestamps). For instructions on submitting your own questions, go to calnewport.com/podcast.Video from today’s episode: youtube.com/calnewportmediaCal Reacts: Making a Living Online [8:26]- How do you get over the fear of starting a business? [39:21]- How can I convince my wife I’m unavailable during deep work sessions? [43:09]- Struggling to focus because of a personal crisis [54:49]- What is the potential of AI in productivity optimization? [1:00:30]Interesting Mail Bag [1:05:52]- Can you reduce attention residue? [1:19:01]- Impact of Cal’s podcast on his idea process [1:22:31]Thanks to our Sponsors:Betterhelp.com/DeepQuestionsStamps.com/DeepTrybasis.com/CalZbiotics.com/CalThanks to Jesse Miller for production, Jay Kerstens for the intro music, and Mark Miles for mastering.
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