The Complete Guide to Developing Your Focus

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How to actually get stuff done in the world of distraction.
⏱ TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
0:42 - What is Deep Work?
3:30 - How to Use Deep Work to Be More Productive
4:17 - 1. Set a Certain Time For it Each Day
6:36 - 2. Have a Shutdown Ritual
8:52 - 3. Have a Rule For Being Distracted
11:06 - 4. Take Care of Your Body
14:01 - 5. The Pomodoro Technique
15:19 - Summary
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How Multitasking Affects Productivity and Brain Health: www.verywellmind.com/multitas...
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6 Ways Exercise Makes You Smarter: www.forbes.com/sites/jennifer...
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Pomodoro Technique: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pomodor...
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[@TheArtofImprovement]

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The Art of Improvement Why have you got so many adverts on here?

[@awakingone]

Thanks for helpful timestamps. Finding value in the video made me bothered less by the ads.

[@Laggie74]

I found myself losing focus while watching this. That's how bad it's gotten. I need to get back in control of my mind.

[@froggybellyg.5003]

Laggie Me too! It’s like we’ve been conditioned to survive in a world full of distractions, instead of to thrive by ignoring them.

[@crm0507]

Wow. Same here Especially since I read comments while watching videos. My focus is constantly shifting

[@Gloka02]

Yeah same, I tried to only concentrate on the video, but my brain just fly away to some random thoughts. I lost control of my brain long time ago, but I am willing to take it back

[@dprfail]

listen to jocko willink and david goggins to keep you focused and motivated and know what jocko means when he says "discipline = freedom"

[@dullhorse9251]

its the job of a video to keep you focused. if you loose focus, its a badly designed video.....relax human.

[@flyingpotato2073]

1. Set a certain time for deep work every day - The best way to make work less exhausting is to make it a habit. Set an extended time to do your work and get rid of any distractions. - Cal Newport, the author of Deep Work, suggests doing deep work first in the morning, from 9 a.m. to midday. That’s when your mind functions the best. - When you first start, don’t worry if you can only do about 20 - 30 minutes. With enough practice, you will be able to extend it to a few hours, but not more than 4. Research shows that a human’s brain can’t focus for more than 4 hours at a time. 2. Have a shutdown ritual - Ways to unplug: - Take a nap - Meditate - Take a walk in nature - Don't scroll through social media during the break. This is like you would slow down and take a rest instead of doing burpees during a marathon race to run farther. 3. Have a rule of being distracted - Set a certain for distracting activities like checking emails, scrolling social media, etc. It’s better to do these activities after deep work. 4. Take care of your body - Sleep for at least 7 hours a day. Those who don’t have enough sleep have a worse performance during the day. - Exercise. Our brains become more plastic and perform better when we exercise. Also, your short-term memory functions at its peak up to 3 - 4 hours after exercising. - Stay hydrated. Keep a water bottle by your side while engaging in deep work. - Eat healthily. 5. The Pomodoro Technique - Work for 25 minutes without interruption. - Take a rest for 5 minutes. - Repeat the cycle 4 times then take a long break

[@martinnhantran]

Cheers mate

[@user-ss7jm5sx9m]

Thanks 🙏🏼

[@stevelcampbell3977]

Excellent

[@MuhammadRidho-ng2du]

thank you for your summarization

[@the_creative70]

Thank you 🙏🏽

[@aleng7030]

" I don't care how much power, brilliance, or energy you have, if you don't harness it and focus it on a specific target, and hold it there you're never going to accomplish as much as your ability warrants." - Zig Ziglar

[@jacky7878]

1. Work on single task for long periods of times without distractions 2. Set a certain time each day 3. Destimulate your day in one day 4. Rules for focus time - all distractions 5. Body - exercise, sleep, hydrate, diet 6. Pomodoro

[@cyndinn]

I was looking just for this!

[@NarangaravZorigt]

In today's distracted world, deep work and focus is the only thing that will separate you from the rest.

[@BusinessWolf1]

Not the only thing, but one of the most important

[@j9_njoroge]

True

[@cgtsang]

The importance of Focus is so underrated

[@lp5398]

Agreed as well.

[@palebluedot8733]

No itsn't underrated.

[@minah2537]

My focus is trash but finishing a whole 17 min video without clicking away is a start at least

[@sriganesh_ninja]

A Good Start ! #keepgoing

[@QUANTUMMUSIC101]

Change your mantra from trash to fine and you’ll get fine focus ❤️ instead of trash 🗑 focus. What you think is what you are! ❤️🌞🥁

[@wilfred5656]

Indeed

[@akiraasmr3002]

lol I cant even finish the whole video I have to pause it and watch other videos with like 10 youtube tabs open at once switching between each video lol

[@markganus1085]

i've been doing this for about 3 years now. i'm not exactly wealthy but things did definitely get easier

[@user-tm4my4jb6d]

I has adhd. I listened. I prepped a conversation about this with my therapist and friend. Finished working on this task for my job, and fell asleep for less than a second four times. Now I am finished and writing this comment.

[@carlosrivas5522]

Thanks for this video. I feel that Multi-Tasking is over-rated. Focusing on one thing and getting It done is way better than scattering your brain all over the place!

[@meli-cruz]

The beauty of it all is that everyones opinion is in the eye of the beholder

[@kunle9]

haven't met a "multitasker" that actually gets anything done properly.

[@angie-tq4ew]

I agree wholeheartedly. Over the years, I've mastered the skill of multi-tasking, because that's what employers seem to want in an employee, but I've noticed that the real jobs get done when you can focus on one task, without distraction, until completion. I'm now learning to do that better. I'm finally trying to write (something I've always wanted to do), and I'm finding that I need this skill more than ever.

[@Choo-choo-chookcha]

What people perceive as multi-tasking is actually focused work on one thing followed by focused work on other thing and so on, while that first thing is not getting out of hand. True multi-tasking doesn't exist. Trying to do a bunch of things at once is not multi-tasking, it's overcinfidence at best and stupidity at worst.

[@dprfail]

multitasking is good if you just want to get rid of a few pesky tasks, so then you can focus on the big important jobs

[@ghofranechetouanetara1548]

You are absolutely thankful for the sponsors you are working on

[@dannyspitzer1267]

This is so true and so important. I can say from experience that deep work really works and that working in a distracted state is extremely counterproductive and the same for multitasking.

[@cesaravila361]

Thank you for taking the time to share with us what you have learned 🙌🏻

[@ThisisDaniel]

This was just the boost of encouragement I was looking for - grateful for the wisdom.

[@Hutch5321]

So many good points which appear fundamental on the surface, yet so elusive to achieve in today's world. Thank you for the new video! Bravo, Art of Improvement!!

[@SUBmarinealien]

This has been your best video yet. Thank you so much!

[@angie-tq4ew]

I've been working on FOCUS for a while now, and this video helps. Thank you!

[@taqadus49]

This video is pure GOLD!

[@aligillani7107]

Even though I have read Deep work years ago but still man this video is really a refreshing course I needed. Thanks for the hard work.

[@charlesp26]

I absolutely loved this video. I will definitely implement the techniques. Thank you!🙏🏻

[@KD-jg5yd]

This video really helps me develop my focus. At least I finished first 3 mins of it without a pause.

[@gabrielalele8603]

Solid Topic & Discussion that I've needed to Improve on. Watching this RIGHT on time. Thank you for the Upload.

[@spiritea5640]

Love your videos. Outstanding work!

[@theinvestmentdoctor8178]

This video is a TREASURE. Can't thank you enough for such amazing video😊. I'll definitely use the POMODORO technique.

[@abdullahmasood8346]

Just what i needed bro love you.Following you from 6 months

[@mortalkomment8028]

Had to get rid of my family, a few colleagues and a few social media friends in order to be able to focus again. Now I am focused on how to get back friends and family.

[@jules6856]

Just finished reading this book a few weeks ago, great book, great video about the ideas!

[@upliftedempath]

This is a very valuable video. Thank you so much! I will start the deep work today! Have a fantastic day!

[@differenttakethanmost]

There is never a “have to” when it comes to SCROLLING social media. Re: social media scrolling: Post if you must (i.e. business promotion), interact if you’re trying to build community- but scrolling? Never ever necessary. Waste of time, energy and life? Absolutely.

[@l.f.r.6523]

It's a entertainment. A one that can cause harm if you are not conscious about it. I stopped doing it. I only use social media to contact the people I love.

[@vikassm]

Scrolled down and found this. Waste of time.

[@sriganesh_ninja]

Those are Good Words #thankyou

[@lojjung]

It's the best lecture I've learned in the past year. Thank you.

[@sunnybux]

I think I adore you. I wrote an impassioned letter to youtube when they were trying to get rid of you. I am so grateful we saved you for I think you have saved me.

[@aydanrzayeva_]

I am reading Deep Work these days. I'm struggling with focusing. Thank you for great content!💙

[@nikitadessai7516]

How'd it go for u?

[@aydanrzayeva_]

@@nikitadessai7516 i didn't read the entire book but i applied deep work at my study sessions. After getting up I immediately start studying for 4 hours with little breaks without checking social media. It works pretty well and it's efficient

[@nikitadessai7516]

Aydan Rzayeva thanks for the reply.. I've currently started reading it let's see hownit goes

[@holivimongzar4597]

What shall I read???

[@holivimongzar4597]

Plz Suggest me one some good contents ?

[@chetankumar706]

Really useful video...I used to finish my big tasks in one shot without breaks It will surely help me to improve my focus and performance, Thanks

[@johnedalton1666]

Bless you my friend

[@raphaelsaili8166]

BEST DEEP WORK SUMMARY

[@michaelcain9324]

Excellent video. Thank you!

[@rajneilg]

Probably your best video yet!

[@mickc7159]

As a former addict, focusing is fkn hrd but I'm getting there I'll have to watch this 3/4 times like I watched yr other clips,

[@priyankareddy7408]

Thank you! This is so helpful and so well presented.

[@clementine4133]

To me, focus is almost everything now. Whether in work, studies or care for self and loved ones, focus is a skill that allows to understand, process and enjoy all so much better.

[@amehameh5952]

Excellent work with this video and its content. I'd surely recommend it. Good job man!

[@rainniwkw]

Thank you so much for this video ❤️

[@helenmarshall3799]

Another superb video. I've watched it twice now.

[@buk1733]

I am 15 years old now, but I started watching these videos 10 months ago and suddenly I am on my way to becoming: a professional pianist, a chess grandmaster, a software developer, a music composer and I can now speak: Polish, English and Franch fluidly (learning Spanish currently) I am so productive because of these videos!

[@amyblueskyirl16]

😆

[@TiggerRoblox]

you a gm yet?

[@buk1733]

On my way. 2500 online and 2071 FIDE

[@TiggerRoblox]

@@buk1733 what do you do to improve im 1800 online and struggling to get better

[@njjfamilychannel]

Thanks for doing this bro! Keep up the good work!

[@21ruevictorhugo]

The pomodoro technique really works for me. Each half hour I walk for five minutes, in my house, going back and forth in a long room at the end of the house. I’m studying math and physics and when I start walking, I'm still engrossed with what I’m studying and often have insights during this walk time that don’t happen while I’m sitting at my desk. It’s amazing!

[@sreevidyasreevidya1188]

Thank you so much

[@yirehmiyahmagsayo361]

what a great content sir...for helping people in our complicated modern life

[@adazprat2101]

Deep work really helped me finish my work faster and smarter

[@User-sp2fx]

Very Helpful! Thank you so much for the content!

[@blues998050]

I can keep watching the writing, so relaxing...

[@japprivera3129]

Interesting subject. Thanks for your deep focus producing this nice work.

[@lijashenafidiress3527]

One of the best video about focus it's really clear tnx u guys

[@ThePiMan0903]

Thanks for this The Art of Improvement!

[@storyrory2111]

This was brilliant good job!

[@neverAgain011]

Thank you, may God bless you.

[@narendra672]

Thank you so much 😀

[@broderalias]

Great stuff. Thank you

[@JacquesElliottlive]

Very helpful TY!

[@chitraprasannaanbalagan5626]

Fantastic!!

[@meli-cruz]

I'm sure that implementing this in my life will help my adhd thanks so much

[@MrDSmith]

These videos and 1 other on personal development, are my deep work time each morning. Always between 8am &12pm only. I take notes and spend the next hour analyzing each and implementing them into my daily lifestyle as most productive. Thank you and keep up the awesome effort!! 🤘😎

[@amitavaroy4709]

Can you share what the other one is /

[@isaiahm3452]

same

[@thinkdifferent7589]

great work..

[@tgayer1]

Thanks for the great info!

[@amyblueskyirl16]

Great video, reminder of techniques I’ve used in the past. Lately though having trouble focusing as I’m in middle of lifestyle changes. It would be great if you and/or other viewers could address two things I need help on: 1) How to do deep work on multiple different things? A day for each area of deep focused work or divide up the focus time? 2) I need to do outdoor work in the mornings before it gets too hot, this has messed up my focused computer morning work time. If I do outdoor work, say from 6/7 to 9 am, then switch to deep focus, will I still be able to maintain productivity? Yes I realize I have to do it to see what works, but would like some input on these kinds of issues, thanks!

[@LisaS1]

A very good, helpful, and informative video; thank you!

[@hereweareyrdr6693]

I need this-again thanks for the video. Illustrations are so luring so attractive 😍

[@SeanOfficialTV]

Great video thanks for sharing

[@monkeyassasins]

I needed this.

[@noreenjenny7039]

I need to improve better. Thank you, awesome tips! ❤🙏

[@djpsycosmiley1]

Thank you

[@rienzitrento8397]

Just so good and interesting and informative

[@joshuaadi1671]

Thanks a lot man!

[@jasminehouston-burns1691]

Great work. I just became a member. Extremely helpful.

[@TheArtofImprovement]

Welcome aboard!

[@thitruong4606]

thank you

[@epsitadutta7338]

u r a lifer saver friend

[@naweedzazai7258]

Great explanation

[@davegoodo3603]

Great content. A bit longer than normal, a terrific message just the same!

[@TheArtofImprovement]

Thanks - longest one yet. They won't all be this long though.

[@ursulacarranzap]

Thank you so much

[@alexrostron5692]

Very Nice! Great Success!

[@calblac4786]

This is gold

[@simongeddes]

Great video, Francesco Cirillo probably deserved citation for the Pomodoro technique, but it was well presented and I certainly got something from it!

[@user-ws2me9xm8t]

In my case this video is a diamond. It's a scheme and explanation directly that I searched for, and in polite form. Super.

[@svmclever]

Focus on self improvement. Improve on how you treat others. Treat others how you want to be treated.

[@TANZANIA89]

GOOD ADVICE

[@mk8829]

I met Haruki Murakami before I knew who he was ugh I wasn’t familiar with him at the time but love his books now. I have all of them.

[@user-gx9lr2mh2i]

nice video. thank you.

[@newe5327]

The best way to explained

[@notacooldudewithanattitude2731]

Apparently this video distracted me from finishing my work. But I learned a lot.

[@cortesdepodcast7796]

Good video man

[@AbigailK]

This is super helpful, thank you. I really need to restructure my day. As a photographer though I think I’ll have to make all client appointments in the afternoon so I can do deep work mornings.

[@AbigailK]

Mind Juice Drinks I have. I use them daily

[@shraddhajangam6001]

Very nice

[@zexalblazer3314]

DAMNNN!! This is such a good video. I already know this will change my life. I watched all the way until the end and took notes on the whole thing. If I've ever learned anything from you, it was this one video.Thank you so much for the valuable content!

[@veronicar6913]

Great video

[@EmpressLilith222]

Topic: Focus Thumbnail: look at these 50 different tiny illustrations

[@heriett4571]

It's a fantastic video, i'm grateful for it! 🙏 I'm thinking now, what a person can do, if his job needs focus, deep work, but it's constantly interrupted by phone calls and e-mails (and other messages) from boss, from other colleagues, from customers etc. In this situation, when being online is part of the job, switching off not an option. What can a person do to keep his focus in a situation like this? 🤔

[@r.carter8378]

Me: Focused on video. KZbin: Here is an Ad in the middle of your segment of this video... Did you know WikiBuy can save you money?,!?!? Me: Skiiiiip....Where were we?

[@boondoggle4820]

Honestly, I think that focus is largely a result the way that you feel about yourself and the way that you feel emotionally about the possibilities for yourself, which is often the byproduct of childhood relationships, as well inspiration. I think that focus starts with dealing with those things.

[@spinnettdesigns]

This is great, thank you. Focus is a key! People tell me “yeah but it’s easy for you…” Hahahahahaha. You have to start somewhere…what’s helped me is my Bible study because it’s serious and my life depends on what I’m reading snd applying. We (JW.org) have a structured schedule and it’s based on focus! It’s so helpful. I didn’t realize just how many (beside the spiritual aspect) ancillary things, like focus, are also being achieved. The Scriptures are full of reminders about meaningful focus, goals, and actions. One thought: Being a dynamic learner may look scattered but it’s possible that you’re making other important connections while you’re working. In my case, one thing always reminds me of something else and often something completely different. Instead of letting it sideline me, I write it down so that valuable information is not lost. I enjoy your videos so much, thanks again