Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout Author: Cal Newport

Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout by Cal Newport is a refreshing manifesto on reclaiming work-life balance and achieving meaningful results without the chaos of traditional hustle culture. Known for his bestselling books Deep Work and Digital Minimalism, Newport continues his mission to help readers master intentional productivity that prioritizes depth, value, and sustainability.

The book challenges the relentless pace of modern work—filled with notifications, distractions, and pressure to maximize output. Instead, Newport introduces the principles of slow productivity, encouraging professionals to focus on fewer tasks with greater intensity, create unhurried space for deep thinking, and adopt workflows that align with human cognitive limits.

Core ideas include:

The myth of busyness as a badge of success

Strategies to work deeply and protect attention

Time management anchored in long-term impact, not short-term urgency

Case studies from creatives, entrepreneurs, and thinkers who thrive by slowing down

A framework for reimagining how organizations and individuals measure accomplishment

Perfect for entrepreneurs, knowledge workers, students, and leaders, this book offers both a wake-up call and a roadmap to doing work that matters—without sacrificing mental health, relationships, or creativity.