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In the distraction economy, focus is a rare commodity. We can\u2019t do meaningful work unless we maintain focus. Good leaders not only achieve greater focus but also equip team members with focus-boosting tools. Don\u2019t let another week go by with fractured focus. Below, you\u2019ll find six practices to destroy distractions in your daily work. Choose at least one of these tools to add to your work today.<\/p>\n

1. Calendar your focus time<\/h2>\n

What gets scheduled gets done. Block your calendar during the times of your peak performance. For instance, I do my best work early in the morning, so I schedule early alone time to complete my most important projects. If you aren\u2019t familiar with chronotypes, consider reading When<\/em> by Daniel Pink<\/a>. You\u2019ll identify when you work best, so you can schedule demanding tasks in your most productive time periods.<\/p>\n

2. Go offline<\/h2>\n

Turn off notifications or use a tool that blocks content. You don\u2019t have the mental strength to overcome pop-ups on your own. I use a tool called Freedom<\/a> on my desktop. On my phone, I delete nonessential apps and set screen-time controls for social media apps required for work. I don\u2019t even know the code to bypass the limits. My wife keeps the code so I can\u2019t breach my digital distraction firewall. To win the war on focus, you must take down the tech giants.<\/p>\n

3. Turn the room temperature down<\/strong><\/h2>\n

In a study published by Scientific American<\/em>, participants were asked to proofread an article. Some worked in a room at 77\u00b0F while others worked in a room set to 67\u00b0F. Those in the cool room found twice as many errors as their counterparts. Science proves it\u2014cooler rooms improve concentration. Optimal temperature varies by person, so test out different settings to find your perfect thermostat setting.<\/p>\n

4. Put on music that aids concentration<\/h2>\n

Researchers at Stanford University studied the effect of music on the brain and found that it engaged areas of the brain involved in paying attention, making predictions, and updating memory. When I write, I listen to a playlist of instrumental and epic soundtracks. It gives me a sense of purpose. It\u2019s designed to impact emotion, and it does. I feel more aware of my larger purpose in the world. For help finding this type of music, search the Focus genre on Spotify<\/a> or use apps like Focus@Will<\/a>.<\/p>\n

5. Notice the effect of food on your ability to focus<\/h2>\n

For some people, three cups of coffee help with focus. Others feel jittery after the slightest amount of caffeine. Pay attention to how your body reacts to what you consume, and don\u2019t skip meals. You may need snacks in your desk drawer or a water bottle with markers that track your daily hydration. Add foods known to increase brain function to your regular diet.<\/p>\n

6. Take frequent breaks<\/h2>\n

If you power through too long on a project, you\u2019ll run out of battery. Consider periodically going on a walk, meditating, taking an afternoon nap, or making a cup of coffee. Whatever you do, clear your mind for a few minutes, and you\u2019ll feel almost immediate benefits. On a typical workday, I take a mid-morning break. Later, I break for lunch and an afternoon nap. Breaks renew my energy. Each time I return to my desk, I work with fresh eyes and fresh motivation.<\/p>\n

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Distractions are everywhere. Without intentional actions, you will fall prey to them again and again. Win the war on focus by using the focus-boosting strategies above.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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