Personal productivity is a key differentiator between those who succeed in their chosen field and those who do not”
— Brian Tracy
18 Ways to Stay Focused at Work
1. Pinpoint the problem
2. Plan ahead
3. Get enough sleep
4. Eat a good breakfast
5. Work offline
6. Do smaller tasks
7. Stay accountable
8. Sweat it out
9. Do one thing at a time
10. Time box
11. Clean up
12. Try an app
13. Reward yourself
14. Take little breaks
15. Wear headphones
16. Try caffeine
17. Meditate
18. Value your work
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4 Ways Your Desk Destroys Your Productivity
Your desk is supposed to be the place where you are at your productive zenith. But is your reality that you get more done at the kitchen table, living room couch sitting up in bed with your laptop? Take a look at your desk; it could be destroying your productivity with clutter, junk and non-essential items competing for space and your attention. Here is a look at the most common productivity stealers that lurk on many desks and how to banish them. Read More
(via Is Your Desk Destroying Your Productivity? - OPEN Forum :: American Express OPEN Forum)