Focus like a laser on what really matters, learn how to actually get yourself to do it so you can accomplish your goals.
The Problem: When you’re finally getting things done, the last thing you need is to be interrupted.
The Trick: Create a list of the ways you typically get interrupted. Examples might be a phone ringing or someone sending you an instant message. When you’re trying to focus, go through the list turning off anything that could distract you.
The Secret: Avoiding distractions is easier than ignoring them when they happen.
How it works: When the phone rings it’s hard not to look at who’s calling. That often changes your focus to who’s calling, why they might be calling and whether or not you should answer the phone.
If the phone can’t ring, it can’t distract you. Later when you’re finished working, turn on the ringer and check for messages.
Thanks, Aaron. Interesting how many of your tips are things I *should* already know.
I allowed a phone call to interrupt my morning prayers. In the interests of putting first things first, I think I’ll turn off the bell & put a note on the phone to remind me to turn it on again after I’ve called my Boss about the plan for the day!
Thanks,Aaron.
I actually let so many things distract me, maybe when i want to sit to write article on research work I have done, it is then my friends will come calling.
Thanks for this tip.
That is a nice tip. Phone interrupts with a bang. Better silence it beforehand
I know about dealing with distractions; what if you’re in a busy place?
Hi Aaron – enjoyed reading your tips along with the problem, secret & tactics. Is it possible that we as readers send our tips & you add the problem statement, tricks, secret & how it works. It would be fun & enlightening to read & share.
Thanks
Dev
Thanks for this tip, Aaron, but here’s my problem: What about if having access to the internet is your biggest distraction, but you need to use the internet to get things done?
Aaron, you’ve confirmed my suspicion for quite some time. My work email is set up so that new emails pop up automatically from my screen. Because I am easily distracted and have the tendency to people please, I interrupt a project I’m working on to reply even though it is not urgent. Big time distraction! I will set up the email settings to prevent this feature.
srilakshmi
Hi,Aaron this is a nice idea. And i enjoyed reading your tips.Your suggestions is good.And i follow your tips .
ThankYou VeryMuch
thanks alot. You are so correct
thanks a lot =)
thanx for the tip Aaron………