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EP 108: How to have Laser-Sharp Focus with Dr Joanna Jast


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Most of us struggle with our attention, but more important is that we struggle to improve that attention. We welcome Joanna Jast author of "Laser-Sharp Focus. A No-Fluff Guide to Improved Concentration, Maximised Productivity and Fast-Track to Success".

We discuss:

  • What is focus?
  • How does focus work?
  • The silver bullet myth to focus
  • the 2 types of attention: Automatic attention (8-12 seconds and Intentional attention Distraction logs?
  • Distraction patterns
  • How Motivation is short lived
  • Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation
  • Setting up a focus system
  • Environment
  • Workspace
  • Taking control of tech
  • Technology
  • Sleep - Sleep debt, recommended sleep, negative effects etc
  • Exercise
  • Managing energy, not time

Find out more about Joanna here: http://www.theshapeshiftersclub.com/about

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