Focus Techniques

Conversational speech in podcasts helps with focus while working from home, more than music.

Lyric-free music played during creative tasks to mitigate distractions.

Tip: have a separate space for gaming to avoid distractions in the workspace.

Tip: avoid wearing pajamas at the desk; putting effort into attire helps get into a serious headspace.

Helps put you in a different, more serious mood to work, even when working from home.

Focus on more exciting long-form or short-form videos first as it's difficult to force oneself to do unstimulating tasks with ADHD.

Sometimes use the MacBook Pro in the bedroom for admin stuff or bring it to coffee shops with the iPad Pro for new inspiration.

Used to help with focus while writing copy, developing strategies, or editing videos.

Staying focused by avoiding email, Slack, or Twist during the morning creative window to boost productivity.

Helps in starting the day well and being productive while working from home.

Improve productivity by setting timers for each task and taking breaks away from the desk, such as walking outside.

Vital tip to create a space that reduces distractions, crucial for productivity when working from home.

A new habit to build focus, avoiding phone distractions until starting work at the desk.

Staying off chores like laundry or dishes while working to prevent burnout and ensure tasks are completed.

Place the phone on charge across the room, set to 'Do Not Disturb', and take phone breaks (30 minutes every two hours) to maintain focus and work mome...

Sets the vibe for work, creating a calming atmosphere to enhance focus and motivation.

Use Do Not Disturb on phone and computer to minimize interruptions.

Minimizing Zoom calls (no more than one or two per week) to prevent disruption of focused work time and maintain productivity.

Keeping the phone in a separate room to eliminate distractions and enhance concentration during work hours.

To reduce distraction and avoid bad moods from excessive use.

Recommended for getting inspiration from various setups reviewed by Ed.

Aids in focusing and reducing distractions during work hours.

An hour-long YouTube video to signal break time when finished.

A tip to minimise distractions and boost productivity, as it has significantly helped in the creator's own setup.

Advice to optimize the workspace by removing unnecessary elements to improve focus and productivity.

A cluttered space can disrupt concentration, so maintaining tidiness is important for focus.

Staying on track despite the home environment's potential for distractions.

Even in shared spaces, a specific area for work helps in concentrating without interruptions.

Using one monitor to narrow focus, helpful for deep analytical and reasoning tasks.

A clutter-free desk keeps the mind clear, reduces distractions, and aids concentration.

When it’s time to buckle down and concentrate, reusable earplugs can be a real help, especially when your office mate is on a call.

Establishing morning rituals like making coffee or tea to clear the mind before work.

Showering and preparing for the day to maintain productivity while working from home.

Relocating to a coffee shop with an iPad Pro when focus wanes at home.