Pub. 3 2018 Issue 5

17 ISSUE 5 2018 A few months ago, I sent out a survey to find out what people were struggling with. One of the common things that kept coming up was how to stop getting distracted. While I'm not perfect, I have developed a routine to help me stay focused and avoid distractions while I work! Six ways to avoid distraction: Let me kick this off by letting you know I’m not perfect. You can't be 100% focused 100% of the time. It just isn't in our human nature! But I have developed my own "routine" that helps me avoid getting distracted and stay focused. I know that if I do these six things, that I'm setting myself up for success and more likely to stay focused while I'm working! Step 1: Turn off notifications The first thing you need to do is turn off all notifications. I know, I know, you've heard this before. But let me ask you this: Have you ever actually tried turning off your notifi- cations? I’m not just talking about specific apps. I mean everything. Put your computer on do not disturb, turn off your phone notifications, and mute your phone. If there is something around you that can buzz or alert you to a notification, it needs to be turned off and silenced. No vibrate either! Productivity, Business 2018 Planning: How to Stop Getting Distracted While You Work