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The "Double Whammy" refers to the practice of wearing earplugs and then noise canceling headphones on top.
Sustained focus is at a premium when you work from home, the double whammy ensures that you stay focused for as long as possible.
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Environmental associations are cues from your working environment that tell your brain "I'm in the office, so it must be time to work." Most of them are assimilated subconsciously (for example, your office space, the draft you always feel coming from the air duct next to your desk, a...
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This is necessary because it helps you avoid mental fatigue and clutter. Ans more importantly, it helps you stay focused despite all of the "relaxation" and "non-work" environmental associations that you have within your home.
Whenever you feel yourself getting distracted...
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This is perhaps the most important physical trigger for your work day association. It gives your brain a simple but very clear signal that it’s time to focus.
Even if you’re a salaried employee, get in the habit of punching / clocking in and out throughout the day using an app on your...
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Your commute is a very important physical trigger to your brain that your work day has begun. So, after you complete your morning routine, whatever it is, find a way to physically commute to your home… from your home.
Literally leave your house. Walk up ...
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When you’re at work you probably have your own office or cubicle; this is an environmental association.
Pick one specific spot in your house to work from each day. Avoid areas that are already associated with relaxation like your bed.
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Physical triggers are the literal actions you take that tell your brain "the work day is about to start." For example:
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Environmental associations are cues from your working environment that tell your brain "it's time to work."
Most environmental associations are assimilated subconsciously.
For example:
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Have meals together as often as possible. Parents work and kids have after school activities, so it’s tough to have breakfast and dinner together every day. However, do your best to eat together as often as possible. Family meals are a key routine and can help you stay involved i...
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