Newport's words are a must-have for students...his advice targets students' weak spots and shows them how to improve. In fact, it's already helped me.
Cal Newport
Biography
Newport is the author of Deep Work (2016). In the book, he
argues that the ability to focus without distraction is a superpower
in the multi-tasking, internet-obsessed 21st century economy. In
his newest book, A World Without Email (March 2021), Cal proposes a bold vision for liberating workers from the tyranny of the
inbox -- and unleashing a new era of productivity.
In Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World
(2019), Newport proposes a bold solution: a minimalist approach
to technology use by reducing the time you spend online. It is an
indispensable guide for anyone looking to reclaim their life from
the diversions of the digital world.
His book, So Good They Can't Ignore You (Grand Central Publishing, 2012) argued for the development of skills and craftsmanship rather than relying on "passion" as a career compass. It was named to numerous "best business books of the year" lists, including Inc. Magazine, The Globe and Mail, and 800-CEORead, and the corresponding New York Times Op-Ed was the paper's most e-mailed article for over a week.
Newport regularly explores themes of work excellence and productivity for on his popular blog, Study Hacks and in his series
for students How to Be a High School Superstar (2010), How to
Become a Straight-A Student (2006), and How to Win at College
(2005).
Cal Newport is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at
Georgetown University, specializing in the theory of distributed
algorithms. He earned his Ph.D. from MIT in 2009.
Cal Newport
Featured Keynote Programs
What Successful Students Do Differently
Based on the extensive research conducted for his award-winning books and blog, Newport reveals the surprising habits used by many successful students to forge college careers that are interesting, engaging, and impressive.
How to Become a Straight-A Student...Without Becoming a Grind!
Based on his popular advice guide, "How to Become a Straight-A Student" (Broadway Books, 2006), Newport reveals the unconventional tactics used by many top students to score impressive grades while spending *less* time studying than their lower scoring peers. With a focus on efficiency, this talk debunks many myths -- including the idea that better grades require more hours in the library -- and offers tested advice on everything from the danger of "pseudo-work" to conducting smart paper research.
The Zen Valedictorian
How to Do Less, Enjoy Life, and Become Outrageously Impressive
Based on a popular long-running series from his Study Hacks blog, in this talk Newport introduces your audience to the exciting world of the Zen Valedictorian -- students who live relaxed, interesting lives while also becoming outrageously impressive. Covering topics such as the benefits of radically simplifying your student schedule, to harnessing the power of the Superstar Effect to become impressive without becoming impressively busy, Newport provides step-by-step advice for adopting the Zen Valedictorian lifestyle.
Harvard Without Ulcers
7 Myths About College Admissions That Are Making You More Stressed Than You Need To Be.
In this illuminating talk, Newport draws from a half-decade of journalistic research into what makes impressive students impressive, to debunk the most stress-inducing myths surrounding college admissions and replace them with powerful, unexpected truths, including:
* What admissions officers really mean when they say they are looking for "passion."
* Why doing more activities can make you seem less impressive.
* Why getting the best possible grades is less important than you think.