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One of the best ways to tune everything out is to tune in to music. When everything around you is distracting, put on your headphones--find something that can serve as background music rather than music that holds your full attention. Music can help you concentrate, and the headphones signal others that you're not available to chat.
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Once you have your internal priorities sorted out, look at more external causes.
When you can identify the cause, you can fi...
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Distractions can be internal as well as external, so start by looking within. If you're all over the place, ask yourself
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Some of the biggest sources of distraction come from email, social media, and cell phones. If you want real focus, take yourself offline until you've accomplished what you need to do.
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If you're working on a complex task, it takes an average of 90 minutes to accomplish anything worthwhile--and about 30 minutes just to get your mind on the task.
Once you are in the flow, set a concentrated period of time--and when the time runs out, stop. It's easier to st...
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Especially when distractions are high, make tasks smaller and break down your large projects into smaller tasks to help you concentrate and give you a sense of accomplishment and progress.
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If your office or workspace is dirty, disorganized, or cluttered, invest some time in clearing it out so you can focus.
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This is a simple thing, but the rewards are great if you can pull it off:
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All successful leaders are great planners; they make lists for every major and minor objective.
When a task comes your way
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One of the keys to doing great work is to know when to take a break. When you start to feel distracted, take a break, and then reassess and refocus yourself. It doesn't just act as a reward--a short break can help your mind become clearer.
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Listening to music can help you focus ย on whatever task you're currently doing. It can alsoย put you in a better mood, and even calm your nerves if you're feeling anxious.
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It's hard to drown all that out when you're trying to work.
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When it comes to tackling projects that youโre not really excited about, it can help to put on music you enjoy. It can improve your mood and productivity.
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