One can differentiate between necessary online networking and time-wasting distractions by setting clear goals and boundaries. Necessary online networking involves activities that directly contribute to achieving your professional or personal goals, such as connecting with industry professionals, participating in relevant discussions, and sharing or gaining knowledge. On the other hand, time-wasting distractions are activities that do not contribute to these goals and often involve mindless scrolling or consuming irrelevant content. It's important to be mindful of the time spent on these activities and ensure that they do not interfere with productivity.
This book divides work into two categories: 'Deep Work' and 'Shallow Work.' Shallow work is meetings...
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