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The Inconvenient Assembly Line Method for Knowledge Work
24:45 - 29:41 (04:56)
Despite the convenience of craft methods, the assembly line method for producing cars is 10 times faster but required experimentation and a lot of overhead. Similarly, knowledge work will become more sophisticated and may benefit from added friction, like a small cost for sending emails.
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The ways we work will become more sophisticated with rules and guidelines, just like the evolution of car-building from craft to assembly line methods.
24:45 - 27:23 (02:37)
Summary
The ways we work will become more sophisticated with rules and guidelines, just like the evolution of car-building from craft to assembly line methods.
ChapterThe Inconvenient Assembly Line Method for Knowledge Work
Episode#317 - Cal Newport - How To Master Your Email Overload
PodcastModern Wisdom
From manual labor to assembly lines, manufacturing has come a long way.
27:23 - 27:56 (00:33)
Summary
From manual labor to assembly lines, manufacturing has come a long way. While early methods were convenient and flexible, the introduction of assembly lines brought new complexities and challenges.
ChapterThe Inconvenient Assembly Line Method for Knowledge Work
Episode#317 - Cal Newport - How To Master Your Email Overload
PodcastModern Wisdom
In this episode, the hosts discuss the implications of zero-cost communication and how it has made email a breeding ground for malicious intents due to the low cost and increased friction.
27:56 - 29:41 (01:45)
Summary
In this episode, the hosts discuss the implications of zero-cost communication and how it has made email a breeding ground for malicious intents due to the low cost and increased friction.