Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World · chapter 1 · id deep-work-c1-02-the-ability-to-quickly-master-

“The ability to quickly master hard things and produce at an elite level, in terms of both quality and speed, are the two core abilities for thriving in the new economy.”

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U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Education and Training by Occupationpaywalled — manual check queued
Occupations requiring a bachelor's degree or higher are projected to grow faster than average, while those requiring less education grow slower.
Pretty Terrible: Critical Review of Deep Worksource alive
Newport's advice isn't as generally applicable to the entire economy as he suggests. Deep work is not the secret to success as a politician, salesperson, or great project manager.

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