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5 Tips on Getting Focused to Achieve Productivity

May 11, 2021 / by Fayo Iginla / Leave a comment

In an era filled with gadgets, we have to admit that staying focused is tough. However, staying focused is a cornerstone to effective productivity, and we need to improve our productivity to reach our goals. As with any new habit, it takes effort and determination to make it stick. So, here we are sharing a few tips to help you stay as focused as possible to increase your productivity significantly. Grab a pen and notepad to take things down.

  • Practice Mindfulness Through Meditation: Daily life can be a hassle to deal with and there are hundreds of complications that can arise. If left alone, these thoughts can lead to a foggy mind. Practicing meditation encourages you to let go of past events, and simply focus on the ‘now’ or present. Cultivating and harnessing this skill can be incredibly beneficial for an increased focus and clear mind.
  • Create To-Do Lists The Day Before: To-Do lists can’t be emphasized enough during this adulting phase. They are a great way to catalog activities and tasks that need to be done for the day, and they are great for keeping track of your progress. The reason they’re great for staying focused is that having a list of tasks will allow you to avoid getting sidetracked planning out your day. Also, completing and checking off tasks works as a reward for the brain, motivating you to continue your work and apply more focus.
  • Splitting Your Work Into Parts: Splitting your work into parts is an incredibly effective method for applying your full attention to multiple tasks. By splitting your work into blocks between 30 minutes to an hour, you’ll have a much easier time staying focused throughout the day.
  • Take Frequent Breaks: All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. Taking breaks is a must. There’s only so much we can work on before we start to lose our focus.
  • Create a No-Distraction Zone: This simply means no cellphones in close proximity, no TVs or electronics. This may seem impossible, but another solution you might consider is finding a public workspace.