Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World · chapter 3 · id deep-work-c3-06-grand-gestures-boost-deep-work

“Grand gestures boost deep work: J.K. Rowling checked into the Balmoral Hotel to finish Deathly Hallows (Room 552, January 11, 2007). Bill Gates took 'Think Weeks' in a cedar cabin since the 1980s.”

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The Balmoral Hotel -- J.K. Rowling Suitesource alive

Rowling finished Deathly Hallows in Room 552, signed a marble bust. Room renamed 'J.K. Rowling Suite.'

CNBC -- Bill Gates Think Weekssource alive

Gates took solo Think Weeks since the 1980s, reading papers in a cedar cabin, no visitors allowed.

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