Others who study tips and real strategies, one of the questions that I get quite often is how to stay focused when actually trying to study. I think a lot of what I have to say will sound repetitive to some of you who have read my advice before, but it really boils down to a lot of the same concepts - organize tasks, organize your space and organize your thoughts!
Nothing makes us lose our attention more than trying to do more than one thing at a time. Now, it's smart to plan your block of time more efficiently (and perhaps something will be "cooking" while working on another, see below), but for the most part all of your attention should be on one thing and just one thing . Make a list of what needs to get done, decide what you are going to work on time, and once you do, forget about everything else on this list. When our minds are scattered, we can not think clearly - ever find yourself reading the same page over and over again because you keep "reading", while thinking of the other position he had or what you are going to wear tonight? If he needs to get done, add to the list so you do not forget, but then remove it from your thoughts completely.
Plan your block of time.
Having a good list will help you know what needs to get done and help you prepare for it all as efficiently as possible. Maybe you bake a cake, export file of a hard drive, and prepare a power point presentation. Of course you can work on the presentation for two hours, and then export the file over time that it takes, and then bake the cake and let cool (and spend four or more hours to do it in that order). Alternatively, you could get the cake together and throw it in the oven, start the export file, and work on your presentation, while the export file and the cake is baking and cooling. And do it all done in time more like 2:30. An example of a super simple and obvious, but I hope it illustrates the point that with a little 'of planning you can make better use of your time, yet focused on one main thing (the presentation), but allowing the other in terms time tasks still get done in the background. There is a limit to this multitasking course, so do not try to do too much or else you will end up losing your concentration!
He works in a space of inspiration.
I said it before, but nothing like a space of inspiration to help you focus. For some this is a quiet corner in the library, for others it is a crowded cafe. And still others can work virtually anywhere with a set of headphones and be able to focus (see below for a way to do it). Find what works for you, and realize that the situation could change - sometimes whole "inspiration" is needed is a change of scenery! A clean table is always better, so try and eliminate as much clutter from around you as possible (I am a true believer in space decluttered decluttered = mind)!
Eliminate distractions.
I mention the app self-control before, and this handy plug computer lets you make some websites completely inaccessible for a certain period of time. Unfortunately I do not think that it is compatible with the latest updates to Mac (or, at least, the reviews were from poor) so I did not use - instead I was able to focus only using white noise! For those who would like an app like this, there are some other options that you can read about here (unfortunately I can not weigh any as I've used it myself).
So, for what I use now - I just have the site simply noise on hand on my favorites bar - there are plenty of white noise applications can be downloaded on your phone, but I like this site because it means I can keep the phone away from me while I'm working (and eliminate the temptation to check your Instagram or Twitter). My favorite setting is the pink noise on swing - it just sounds like waves crashing. I plug in headphones and listen to this while working and really be able to focus. Some people swear by real white noise machines, but I find these are the best to keep in their office space, or if you have one in the bedroom for sleeping, not so much on the go (even if this is so small that some of the reviewers mention carry it out with them)! Find what works for you - some people prefer to listen to a rainforest two hours sounds loop on YouTube or classical music, or even hip hop music. Be careful though, if you find yourself singing it is likely that you are not concentrating on your job also how you might be (unless this task does not require much thought).
I also like to go into full screen mode for all that I'm working and really visually focus on one thing at a time. Also be sure to turn off all notifications that would otherwise pop up (messages on my mac, new email notifications, etc.).
Set a timer.
Starting is always the hardest part. Force myself to go to work, sometimes I set a timer for 10 minutes, and say, okay, for these 10 minutes will do absolutely nothing but focus on this task. Although 10 minutes does not seem like much, it is enough to start, and once you're actually working you can continue. Some people like to keep working in this way and to work in targeted blocks of 20 or 30 minutes at a time, taking a quick break to do their other tasks distracting that they put out while they were working. I prefer only the technique of the timer forcing myself to start, and then I usually just keep working.
Take a little break.
Sometimes you just need to take a little 'break to get the juice of the brain flowing again. Especially if I'm working late at night (and at home), I like to take a shower and get a snack (usually something high in protein such as peanut butter and granola), then back to work. Some things that work for others include going out for a short walk or ride (fresh air works wonders) or even taking a break dance music (the transition from white noise some crazy dance tracks leading / motivating for a couple of songs).
Take a great opportunity (for example, take a little 'time to find your purpose).
Sometimes, you need a big break. As a kind of holiday break. Especially when the work gets so crazy and it feels like you've lost control of your program and you do not even know what you're working for ... a break like this it is sometimes exactly what you need. A great opportunity not to be a holiday, can also only be a day to take for themselves and try to remind yourself what your motivations are really in the first place. Maybe it means volunteering at the hospital, or visit family, or even shopping, whatever it is, is what you should do.
I hope this post can help some of you are a bit 'more focus when working!
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