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Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World | Cal Newport

This book summary of Deep Work is all about how the rise of technology has wrecked our ability to concentrate deeply on tasks –and how to overcome this blockade. These blinks illustrate different strategies that can help you improve the output of your work and get the most out of your free time.

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Implement strategies to enhance deep concentration and productivity
Overcome technology-driven distractions to focus on important tasks
Improve work output by cultivating deep work habits
Maximize the value of your free time through focused attention

Communication Skills: Advanced Communication Skills - Big Picture vs Detailed Thinking

People can be categorised into two when it comes down to the amount of detail they think and also communicate to others about. The Skillshub "Advanced Communication Skills - Big Picture vs. Detailed Thinking" course identifies the difference between specific and global people. Once the course is complete, you will be able to speak the language suitable to both people "types", understanding if you need to go into the smallest of detail or provide more of just an overview.

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Conflict De-Escalation: Active Listening

Knowing how to listen to others is perhaps the most important conflict de-escalation technique there is. This video will show you what active listening is, and also what it isn’t, since those examples are rather amusing. And since listening is a non-verbal skill, we also included some other non-verbal techniques in here. In fact, we packed so much stuff in this video you’ll wonder how the whole thing doesn’t explode at the end. (Answer – because we didn’t have the budget for it.) Enjoy!

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Presentation Skills Basics: 09. Closing and Q&A

A great presentation should end on a high note, and in this course, Presentation Skills Basics: 09. Closing and Q&A, you’ll learn the most effective and impactful ways to end your presentation. No matter how strong the bulk of your presentation, if the ending is uninspiring, most attendees will walk away with a negative impression of the content as a whole. In this course, you’ll learn ways to conclude your presentation that both summarize the information and help the audience relate the content to their own lives. You’ll also discover what makes a bad closing and learn how to avoid confusing or disappointing your audience. This concise video course is part of our series on Presentation Skills Basics. It comes with a final exam and printable course document for easy reference.

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Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World | Cal Newport

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Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World | Cal Newport

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Conflict De-Escalation: Active Listening

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