• We’re bombarded by reminders and notifications every day and this can mess up our focus.
• Reminders cause context switching and distraction. They take our focus away from what we're doing.
• Good reminders lose their influence quickly. The sheer number of th...

Those who use this strategy get so much more done because their average intensity of focus is very high.

You do not want to extend this block discipline to your time outside of work, as this intensity will lead to burn out. A life of focus also needs time ...

• Listen to constructive dissent. Don’t minimize concerns.
• Keep the big picture in focus. Describe success and tell stories of past success.
• Create safety nets. Make commitment less dangerous.
• Make commitments. Reluctant teams are often led b...