Do you believe that a few more tricks and tips will help you be more productive?
Well…all the information in the world does not help if you can’t execute. Execution requires focus. While the concept is simple, the reality is not so simple. If you are like most people, you:
– Sometimes (or often) find it hard to focus;
– Wish “just do it” worked. But, it doesn’t. So, you are reading this blog! Awesome.
We all find it hard to focus at times, and as individuals, we all have different reasons for this. That being said, there are several areas you need to take into consideration when thinking about your own reasons for struggling to focus. Before we get into the nitty-gritty “how to” of focusing like a fiend, let’s look at the Cake!
When we look at the Productivity Success Cake, we see that Power Focus is actually on layer 3, Productivity. And, what I know is that the other layers need to be “shored up” before the productivity pieces can be fully utilized to their highest and best.
The base layer- Health:
Our brain’s inability to focus can be caused by physical health factors, such as not getting enough sleep, not eating right, lack of exercise, and not taking your medication. And, our mental and spiritual health are also critical-path items (this is the “meditation” slice).
The second layer- Environment:
Our environment also has an impact on our ability to focus. I recommend that you take into consideration your physical space, your personal goals, your support network, and your sense of purpose in the world (see Environment Layer). Is your environment peaceful and distraction-free? Do you have clear personal goals and the time to work towards them? Do you have a support network so that you are heard completely, and validated? That support circle can also help to hold you accountable. Maybe it includes a coach!
For those of us with AD/HD, focus can be a real hurdle. If you find it hard to concentrate on mundane tasks, become distracted easily, or have difficulty completing tasks or projects, I’ll have some great tips for you in my next blog.
Want to see how YOU rate in YOUR productivity? Ditch the overwhelm and see how your cake looks! You can take the Success Cake Evaluation – HERE
This tool will help you see productivity in a whole new way. It’s not all about “how to beat procrastination” after all. You will learn more about how ALL the layers in your life affect your productivity. Then YOU get to choose what to focus on to create the cake of your dreams!
In my next blog, we’ll be exploring how to improve focus with some simple techniques.