I think what Newport is saying is that you have to work smart harder in order to get smarter and more hard-working. It's after the hard work and learning that t

I think what Newport is saying is that you have to work smart harder in order to get smarter and more hard-working. It's after the hard work and learning that the inspiration comes. The paradox is that if you want something to "come to you" you have to go after it first.