How do you focus while working?
Elif Duran
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Which type of music do you listen to?
Do you use a Pomodoro timer?
Do you need a tidy study room? Second monitor? Or any tips/advice?
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Iftikhar Mahmud@iftikhar_mahmud
I've always had trouble focusing for a long time, I get easily distracted lol. So music or anything else usually distracts me instead of helping me to focus for a long time. So, total silence helps me a lot in this case. I never have too many tabs opened.
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I think the way to maximize my focus while working is to listen to Lofi with the sound of rain. It both keeps me calm and concentrates my attention.
I need to have a "schedule for tasks" – so define them in advance and know that something needs to be done on that day (Reminders on Mac help me).
Environment: I like music that supports my mood when creative work is related to creating graphics. Even when the music is sad. When it comes to learning a new skill in the work, video editing or copywriting – I need maximum quiet.
Prefer not to be disturbed by notifications and ideally to block certain websites to not be disturbed by them.
@busmark_w_nika which tools do you use for scheduling, or are you a pen-paper person :)
It sounds like you've got a great system in mind for staying on top of your tasks.
@elifduran yeah, but sometimes I am horrible at sticking to my schedule :D
Regarding tasks: I really use only Reminders (an app on my Mac) + Trello tickers option. :)
@busmark_w_nika we are all human after all :D
Clean setup! I was using Trello some years ago, my movies, books, goals, everything was there but could not stick to it. Cool to see it worked for you!
@busmark_w_nika I do the same. I tend to be scatterbrained, a quality I like because I naturally think outside the box but not the best thing when you need to sit and focus.
I write down my “Agenda for Today” onto a whiteboard that rests on top of my monitor. This works for me for someone who’s bad at focusing.
@sreenington how do you fight procrastination? (Because I know that sometimes even when you are trying organize your day, we can slip) :D
I listen to synthwave instrumental music, with The Midnight being my go-to for the past couple of years.
Maintaining good ergonomics and posture is key to staying focused, productive, and healthy.
To minimize distractions, I always listen to ambient music. Also pomodoro technique helps me maintain concentration by working in 25 minute
intervals with short breaks in between. A tidy workspace is necessary to
reduce visual clutter, and using my iPad as a second monitor greatly
enhances my productivity by allowing me to multitask more efficiently. ☺️
I take short tea breaks where I sit in my thoughts.
time blocking & instrumental music is my jam!
I use Pomodoro timer
Listening to Lo-Fi radio has been the thing for me since college times. It really helps me focus on what I'm doing and keeps me calm.
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I avoid touching my phone during those times to minimize distractions.
As for music, I love instrumental tracks or ambient sounds – they help me get into the zone without lyrics pulling my attention away.
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A little bit of Sadè
It's all about Flow. Read a book Atomic Habits, it's really helpful.
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When I need to focus, I play some lo-fi beats - it's like a productivity potion! No Pomodoro for me, just the good ol' flow state. And hey, a tidy workspace? Let's just say my desk may or may not have its own gravitational pull!
For me i have to be totally alone and at home to make sure i will di everything i need and not get distracted and actually music also helps me to stay connected with the task im doing!
Music really helps me a lot. Different people react differently to the same kind of music. For me, any soft instrumental music works. I also listen to alpha-brainwaves for extra focus!
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Dubstep.
Yes to Pomodoro timer
Only need laptop, decent internet, coffee.
Advice/Tips: Try more dubstep, more coffee, avoid all household chores.
Sand watch as a timer :)
I need silence, then I concentrate much better and complete the tasks faster :)