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“To ask a CEO to spend four hours thinking deeply about a single problem is a waste of what makes him or her valuable. It’s better to hire three smart subordinates to think deeply about the problem and then bring their solutions to the executive for a final decision.” quote by Cal Newport
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““To ask a CEO to spend four hours thinking deeply about a single problem is a waste of what makes him or her valuable. It’s better to hire three smart subordinates to think deeply about the problem and then bring their solutions to the executive for a final decision.””

Cal Newport

About This Quote

Source Book: Deep Work, 2016

Leaders should delegate deep thinking to specialists, preserving their time for strategic decisions.

In simple terms: Delegate deep work to experts.

Key Takeaway

Focus on strategic leadership.

Themes

leadership delegation productivity

Mood

analytical pragmatic

Type

business strategic

When to use this quote

  • executive meetings
  • project planning
  • product development
  • consulting

Key Concepts

management deep work team dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What problems benefit from your direct involvement?
  • How do you ensure delegated work aligns with vision?
A Different Perspective

Over‑delegation may reduce personal insight.

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