You’re having trouble staying focused and avoiding distractions. What’s the best way to overcome this?

Not only identify your goals but also the actual distractions. We usually are distracted by the same things. The first step in overcoming distraction is to identify the triggers.

To overcome difficulty staying focused and avoiding distractions: Prioritize Tasks: Set Specific Goals: Time Blocking: Create a Dedicated Workspace: Use Technology Wisely: Establish Boundaries: Take Breaks Mindfully: Practice Mindfulness: Limit Multitasking: Evaluate and Adjust: By implementing these strategies, you can create a more conducive environment for focus and productivity, making it easier to overcome distractions and stay on track with your work.

Aménager ou choisir un espace où l'on ne sera pas dérangé ni interrompu pour un temps défini. Désactiver les notifications des appareils numériques pendant ce temps. Se fixer des objectifs atteignables dans le temps imparti (si besoin diviser l'objectif en objectifs plus petits). S'octroyer des pauses très courtes (se lever, regarder par la fenêtre ou boire un peu d'eau). Avoir une liste dans laquelle on peut cocher chaque objectif atteint et se féliciter.

Take a short break, get outside in the fresh air, and enjoy some natural sunlight. Then, return invigorated and full of ideas and creativity. Nature does wonders for us and our brains.

Here are some strategies that help me stay focused and avoid distractions: 1. Set Clear Goals: Having a clear vision of what you want to accomplish helps you stay focused and motivated. 2. Create a Structured Schedule: Create a daily or weekly schedule that includes dedicated time for work, exercise, and other activities. 3. Minimize Distractions: Identify common distractions in your environment, such as social media, emails, or TV, and take steps to minimize them. 4. Take Regular Breaks: Allow yourself short breaks throughout the day to rest & recharge. 5. Practice Self-Compassion: Be kind to yourself and recognize that productivity fluctuations are normal. By using these strategies, you can overcome distractions and maintain focus.

Plan you day beyond the classical todo list. Use time-boxing to allocate time for your tasks. In this practice, to avoid distractions it is really important to plan time for EVERYTHING. Even breaks or distractions (that can be useful). The problem with distraction is not always the actual thing we do, it the interruption in what we were doing, that breaks the focus momentum. Planning known sources of distractions, that are still useful (ex: checking emails), is the way to make them no longer distractions, but productive tasks.

One thing that people tend to forget when it comes to planning your day is to timebox breaks. Doing so actively can help you manage distractions, as everyone needs time to step away from work and recharge. I have a recurring timeboxed break in my work calendar for lunch breaks, and in my personal life, I like to schedule the things I need to get done while ensuring I dedicate time for relaxation activities as well.

Categorise what you need to do in small blocks of work to plan your day.and give yourself a break between each piece of work.

Rather than a clear schedule, I focus on what tasks I want to complete for the day. Those tasks are broken down actions aligned to my bigger goals, and focussing on getting these done rather than on scheduling a length of time to work helps me to stay productive. Some days you finish in much less time and some days you take longer - but the consistency remains.

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La première préconisation c’est d’organiser son espace de travail, si possible épuré et ordonné. On va s’efforcer d’éliminer de son champ de vision tout ce qui pourrait distraire (et surtout son smartphone…). La technique de la liste de tâches est également pertinente. Le but est de définir ses objectifs quotidiens avec des tâches spécifiques pour éviter de s’égarer dans des activités qui ne seraient pas prioritaires ou distractives.

There are internal and external distractions. You can tame your external distractions by -setting time for checking emails, and social media. - turning off all notifications. -not receiving phone calls when working on your tasks. You can tame internal distraction By: -Get a piece of paper and each time you find your mind wandering from the task at hand write down whatever is taking your attention. Tell yourself that you will get back to it later. That way it is a lot easier to get back on track.

"Do Not Disturb" mode on your phone will help to reduce those interruptions that cause distraction. Keeping notifications to a minimal can be helpful at all times not just when working, because then instead of urgency culture of needing to respond immediately, you can be more intentional with when you'll get to emails, messages, social media and so on.

Distractions are silent saboteurs of productivity, but they can be subdued. Here's how to eliminate distractions: - Create a Distraction-Free Environment: Designate a workspace free from clutter and unrelated items. - Break Tasks into Manageable Chunks: Break down larger tasks into smaller, more manageable chunks. Focus on completing one task at a time, minimizing the overwhelm that can lead to distraction. - Prioritize Tasks: Identify the most important tasks for the day and tackle them first. - Set Specific Goals: Clearly define your goals and objectives for each work session. By implementing these strategies consistently, you can eliminate distractions and cultivate a focused, productive mindset conducive to achieving your goals.

Procrastination is emotional-eating for the mind! A little stress relief from something you enjoy (youtube etc.) gives you a dopamine hit. The more often you procrastinate, the more likely you'll repeat the behaviour. Use websites like "Focusmate" or "Caveday". Virtual co-working spaces that allow you to dive into deep work without any distractions.

This is a great technique. Pairing this with a specific work zone and a work trigger is great. Every time you get to your work zone, you turn on a lamp. When you finish working (or get too distracted) you turn off the lamp and walk away for a few minutes. Come back and repeated until you're a focus master

Gamify it! Meaning, instead of thinking I have to work for 20 minutes now, think: let me see if I can get the first draft of this article written in under 20 minutes, ready, set, go!

El acto de recompensarnos introduce una dimensión humana a la productividad, una que valora el gozo y la satisfacción personal como componentes esenciales del éxito. Al celebrar nuestros logros, pequeños o grandes, reforzamos nuestro comportamiento productivo y nos recordamos a nosotros mismos que nuestro esfuerzo tiene un propósito más allá de la mera finalización de tareas. Es un ciclo virtuoso de motivación que nutre nuestra capacidad para perseverar y superar desafíos futuros.

Rewarding yourself has its benefits. Though it seems like a carrot on a stick, it can work. When you know you are facing a tough day, having a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup dangle at the end of my stick has actually worked.

Daily meditation outside of work helps build the practice of extended focus. When working and falling into the trap of getting too distracted, pausing for a short meditation can seem like another distraction, but this is a worthwhile one to get back on track.

Yoga Nidra helps you to reduce stress and improve your focus. It gives you a fresh start on a task and improve your productivity.

Practicing mindfulness is an awesome tool for staying focused. Have you ever had to meet someone with so much to say. For example, you have a sales pitch and you’re very eager to get your point across for whatever you are pitching. So much so that you’re not listening to the other person. When the other person is speaking, you are already formulating your reply. This keeps you unfocused and not listening to the other person. I have found my self here, unsuccessfully. Till I learned to practice mindfulness. Listen so you can hear the other person first. This helps to stay focused and more engaged.

Mindfulness is about being fully present in the moment and training your mind to focus. It teaches us that we are not our thoughts, and meditation is a powerful tool to develop this awareness. The point is not to empty your mind and keep it without thoughts, but to observe your thoughts and emotions without being controlled by them. It's a training that will enable you to be aware of and not affected by your inner chatter. A few minutes of daily silent practice – focusing on your breath, sensations, or surroundings; noticing but not entertaining thoughts that come – can significantly improve your life. Start with 5 minutes a day and gradually increase to 15. It will do wonders for your focus (and life :)).

Uno de los descubrimientos a nivel profesional y personal fue descubrir lo que hoy en día se conoce como " Mindfulness" o atención en la conciencia plena. Si eres una persona que en ocasiones te encuentras pensando en diferentes cosas, yendo y viniendo con ideas en cada minuto y quieres concentrar tu atención en la tarea que estás realizando en ese momento, conocer los motivos y conocer técnicas de cómo manejarlo para tu propio propósito, puede ser de mucha ayuda los métodos de control y relajación que ofrece el Mindfulness. Si necesitas ayuda o más información, no dudes en ponerte en contacto. No estás solo.

One great piece of advice for business leaders who find themselves too busy and often overwhelmed or at least over-burdened is rather than having a ‘to do list,’ to create a ‘not to do list’. Looking back on your previous two weeks, what were the activities you could have either delegated or avoided altogether? Are you able to coach and mentor and then delegate and empower others, or do you tend to do things yourself? Is this from a need to retain control, or because you think it’s easier just going ahead and doing it? Either way you’re doing a dis-service to your team and your direct reports. I recommend the excellent book The One Minute Manager Meets the Monkey by Ken Blanchard. Also on this topic, Essentialism by Greg McKeown.

Procrastination can significantly hinder productivity, often striking when faced with tasks we find unenjoyable or daunting. To counteract this tendency, tackling these less desirable tasks head-on is key. By addressing them promptly, we prevent them from accumulating and weighing us down. Additionally, rewarding ourselves with activities we enjoy after completing these tasks serves as motivation. This approach not only incentivizes productivity but also fosters a sense of accomplishment and balance in our work habits. By confronting tasks we dislike first and then indulging in enjoyable activities, we establish a productive rhythm that minimizes procrastination and maximizes efficiency.

Para mim a maior lição de todas está em não esquecer das pessoas, pois são elas que geraram os resultados. Atente se para entender quem são seus interlocutores, como cada um pode apoiar na entrega.

- Get an accountability buddy - Collaborating with colleagues or friends to set shared goals or work sessions can create a mutual commitment that motivates sustained concentration. How? You can start by scheduling short check-in meetings once per day, or agree to send each other a message with the day's tasks and what has been accomplished at the end of the day. This can be done weekly or as frequently as you agree.

Why do you lose focus, or procrastinate? Is it boredom, obligation, or a hidden fear of success? Maybe your brain works differently (neurodiversity?) and needs its own focusing methods. Explore, experiment, become your own expert, and share what you learn with the world :)