Cut out temptations

There are certain apps whose sole function is to block us from the time-wasting black holes of the internet: Reddit, Youtube, Instagram or Facebook.

These apps keep our eyes on the ball as we cannot access the places that provide us with a quick dose of dopamine. A few such apps that one c...

As best as you can, set up a work environment that encourages doing one task at a time. Even doing one task for five minutes can be beneficial:

• Actively resist the urge to check social media while you are busy with a task. You may have to install anti-distraction app...

There is no such thing as multi-tasking:

• Group together similar tasks (e.g., email, calls, and reading), so you’re not constantly switching from one mental mode to another. 
• Decide on the best time of day to tackle each batch of tasks. Create l...