(1) Pick a philosophy to approach deep work

• Monastic (lock self way for months on end)
• Bimodal (done across days at a time)
• Rhythmic (done in hour blocks within a day)
• Journalistic (whenever you can)

(2) 4DX framework for Deep Work

• Focus on wildly important matters
• Track leading indicators
• Keep a score (tick and cross)
• Set a review frequency

(3) Other frameworks

Unconscious Thought Theory (UTT)

• Some decisions are best left to the unconscious mind

ART (Attention Restoration Theory)

• Time off increases directed attention

(4) Avoid the "any benefit" pitfall

• Don't just look at small merits
• Carefully weigh the pros and cons of a social media tool

(5) Use the craftsman approach to tool selection