METHODS TO IMPROVE YOUR CONCENTRATION

USE TECHNOLOGY

No, we don’t mean Facebook. That has its place but what we

are talking about here is what we have already discussed

somewhat. Timers, organizers, notepads…today they can all be

synced between your devices to keep you organized

like never before. Make use of that.

SET ASIDE TIME FOR EMAILS

This includes things like Facebook, WhatsApp, and Viber as well.

Check these only at prescheduled times. You don’t need to be

connected to your phone constantly. Make the technology

work for you.

LIMIT DISTRACTIONS

This could mean any number of things but you know what

distracts you. Get rid of it.

BE CONSISTENT

If you find something that works for you, whether it’s working on

your back porch or sitting in Starbucks for a few hours, make

use of that. Consistency can be valuable.

FIND A QUIET PLACE

By now this can seem obvious, but we still tend to underestimate

the impact of our environment on our ability to work effectively.

DECLUTTER YOUR WORKSPACE

This is another thing we tend to underestimate. Keeping your

workplace clean can have a very powerful subconscious

effect on your work habits.

RELAX

It’s important to give yourself a break. We’ve already discussed the

mini breaks that you take during work but don’t forget the big

breaks. This means don’t take work home. When you are with

family turn your phone off. Spend time with friends and loved ones.

And take at least one day completely off from work per week.

MAINTAIN A ROUTINE

We are creatures of habit. Capitalize on that. Wake up at the

same time every day. Go to bed at the same time. It will

improve your focus drastically.