What is *The New Corner Office* by Laura Vanderkam about?

*The New Corner Office* by Laura Vanderkam is a guide to optimizing productivity and creativity in remote work environments. It emphasizes designing a work life around personal priorities, with strategies like intentional weekly planning, focusing on high-impact tasks, and leveraging mornings for deep work. The book combines time-management principles with actionable advice for building sustainable routines in flexible work settings.

Who should read *The New Corner Office*?

Remote workers, freelancers, and professionals transitioning to hybrid or home-based roles will benefit most. It’s also valuable for managers seeking productivity frameworks and fans of Vanderkam’s previous time-management books like *168 Hours* or *What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast*.

What are the main ideas in *The New Corner Office*?

Key concepts include: - **Focus on high-value work**: Prioritize tasks with the greatest career or business impact. - **Design your ideal schedule**: Align work hours with energy peaks and personal commitments. - **Maximize mornings**: Use early hours for strategic thinking before distractions arise.

How does Laura Vanderkam suggest planning the workweek?

Vanderkam advises blocking time for high-value tasks first, scheduling meetings in batches, and leaving buffer periods for unexpected tasks. She stresses that “what gets scheduled gets done”—structured planning prevents urgent but unimportant tasks from dominating.

What is the “high-value work” framework in the book?

High-value work refers to projects that align with long-term goals, such as client acquisition, skill development, or innovative initiatives. Vanderkam encourages delegating or automating low-value tasks (e.g., repetitive emails) to free up time for these priorities.

How does *The New Corner Office* address work-life balance?

The book advocates blending work and life intentionally rather than rigidly separating them. Examples include integrating exercise into breaks, scheduling family time, and creating “shut-down rituals” to mentally transition out of work mode.

What actionable tips does Vanderkam offer for remote workers?

- Start the day with 15 minutes of strategic planning. - Use time-blocking to dedicate focus periods to priority tasks. - Create a dedicated workspace to signal “work mode” mentally.

How does this book compare to Vanderkam’s earlier works?

While *168 Hours* focuses on time-tracking and *What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast* emphasizes morning routines, *The New Corner Office* adapts these principles specifically for remote and hybrid work challenges. It also introduces new strategies for virtual collaboration and managing digital distractions.

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Laura Vanderkam

3.66 (932 Reviews)

Business Productivity Self-growth

概要

主なポイント

著者

よくある質問

あなたに合った学び方を探す

クイックサマリー8分

著者の声を通じて本を感じる

深堀り42分

知識を魅力的で例が豊富な洞察に変換

フラッシュカード10件の洞察

キーアイデアを瞬時にキャプチャして素早く学習

エンタメ22分

楽しく魅力的な方法で本を楽しむ

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The COVID-19 pandemic transformed our work landscape overnight, sending 62% of American workers home and revealing something profound: the traditional office wasn't as essential as we thought. Million-dollar deals closed via Zoom, medical visits happened virtually, and productivity didn't collapse when people worked flexible hours. This wasn't just crisis management - it was a once-in-a-generation opportunity to fundamentally rethink our relationship with work. Remote work had already been growing steadily (increasing 159% between 2005-2017), but the pandemic accelerated this shift by a decade. What emerged wasn't just a temporary adaptation but a blueprint for a more intentional approach to work - one that prioritizes results over location and schedule. As hybrid and remote arrangements become permanent fixtures in our professional landscape, this new paradigm offers competitive advantages for both individuals and organizations willing to embrace it. The most forward-thinking companies recognize that flexibility isn't just a perk - it's a strategic advantage that attracts talent, improves retention, expands geographic reach, and enhances productivity. The question isn't whether we can work remotely - we've proven that. The real question is how we can do it brilliantly, maintaining connection while leveraging newfound freedom. What if this disruption could lead to more meaningful work and more balanced lives?

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"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."

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"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."

@Chloe, Solo founder, LA

117

"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."

@Raaaaaachelw

"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."

@Matt, YC alum

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"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."

@Erin, Investment Banking Associate , NYC

254

"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."

@djmikemoore

"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."

@Pitiful

4.5K

"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."

@SofiaP

"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"

@Jaded_Falcon

201

"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."

@OojasSalunke

"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."

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483

"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"

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BeFreedがウェブ上でどのように話題になっているかをもっと見る

"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."

@Moemenn

"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."

@Chloe, Solo founder, LA

117

"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."

@Raaaaaachelw

"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."

@Matt, YC alum

108

"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."

@Erin, Investment Banking Associate , NYC

254

"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."

@djmikemoore

"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."

@Pitiful

4.5K

"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."

@SofiaP

"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"

@Jaded_Falcon

201

"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."

@OojasSalunke

"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."

@Leo, Law Student, UPenn

483

"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"

@Cashflowbubu

"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."

@Moemenn

"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."

@Chloe, Solo founder, LA

117

"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."

@Raaaaaachelw

"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."

@Matt, YC alum

108

"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."

@Erin, Investment Banking Associate , NYC

254

"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."

@djmikemoore

"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."

@Pitiful

4.5K

"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."

@SofiaP

"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"

@Jaded_Falcon

201

"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."

@OojasSalunke

"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."

@Leo, Law Student, UPenn

483

"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"

@Cashflowbubu

"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."

@Moemenn

"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."

@Chloe, Solo founder, LA

117

"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."

@Raaaaaachelw

"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."

@Matt, YC alum

108

"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."

@Erin, Investment Banking Associate , NYC

254

"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."

@djmikemoore

"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."

@Pitiful

4.5K

"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."

@SofiaP

"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"

@Jaded_Falcon

201

"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."

@OojasSalunke

"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."

@Leo, Law Student, UPenn

483

"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"

@Cashflowbubu

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Building Your Team and Career Remotely

Creating Your Optimal Work Environment

Embracing the Future: Work Reimagined

おすすめの本

重要なポイント

Remote Work Revolution: More Than a Pandemic Pivot

Task Over Time: Managing Results Not Hours

Reimagining Meetings and Communication

Finding Your Perfect Rhythm: Designing Your Ideal Day

Building Your Team and Career Remotely

Creating Your Optimal Work Environment

Embracing the Future: Work Reimagined

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「The New Corner Office」のベストクォート

おすすめの本

重要なポイント

Remote Work Revolution: More Than a Pandemic Pivot

Task Over Time: Managing Results Not Hours

Reimagining Meetings and Communication

Finding Your Perfect Rhythm: Designing Your Ideal Day

Building Your Team and Career Remotely

Creating Your Optimal Work Environment

Embracing the Future: Work Reimagined

クイックサマリーモード - 『The New Corner Office』の要約を8分で読む・聴く

フラッシュカードモード - 『The New Corner Office』から厳選した10の洞察

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おすすめの本

重要なポイント

Remote Work Revolution: More Than a Pandemic Pivot

Task Over Time: Managing Results Not Hours

Reimagining Meetings and Communication

Finding Your Perfect Rhythm: Designing Your Ideal Day

Building Your Team and Career Remotely

Creating Your Optimal Work Environment

Embracing the Future: Work Reimagined