"So Good They Can't Ignore You"
Guest: Cal Newport
Cal Newport, author of SO GOOD THEY CAN'T IGNORE YOU, joins Dr. Melody to debunk the long-held belief that
"follow your passion" is good advice. According to Newport, not only is the cliche flawed -- it can also be
dangerous, leading to anxiety and chronic job hopping. Newport's clearly written manifesto is mandatory
reading for anyone fretting about what to do with their life. He provides an evidence-based blueprint for
creating work you love. SO GOOD THEY CAN'T IGNORE YOUwill change the way we think about our careers,
happiness, and the crafting of a remarkable life.
ABOUT CAL NEWPORT
Cal Newport is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University. He is the author of three
books of unconventional advice for students, which have sold a combined total of more than 100,000 copies:
How to Be a High School Superstar (Random House, 2010), How to Become a Straight-A Student (Random House,
2006), and How to Win at College (Random House, 2005). In his role as an author, Newport has appeared on ABC,
NBC, andCBS and on over 50 radio networks, including ABC Radio, USA Radio, andXM Satellite Radio. His advice
has been featured in major publications including the Washington Post and Wall Street Journal.
