Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World

by Cal Newport

Our work culture’s shift toward the shallow (whether you think it’s philosophically good or bad) is exposing a massive economic and personal opportunity for the few who recognize the potential of resisting this trend and prioritizing depth—an opportunity that, not too long ago, was leveraged by a bored young consultant from Virginia named Jason Benn.

The people who are focused on what's important have an advantage over others in terms of working more efficiently. But I don't know if there is a correlation to happiness.

Notifications were built so that you don't have to keep on checking your email. They clearly failed. This is an example of technology that is built with a good intention but doesn't achieve its goal.