EP 108: How to have Laser-Sharp Focus with Dr Joanna Jast

Most of us struggle with our attention, but more important is that we struggle to improve that attention. We welcome Joanna Jast author of "Laser-Sharp Focus. A No-Fluff Guide to Improved Concentration, Maximised Productivity and Fast-Track to Success".

We discuss:

• What is focus?
• How does focus work?
• The silver bullet myth to focus
• the 2 types of attention: Automatic attention (8-12 seconds and Intentional attention Distraction logs?
• Distraction patterns
• How Motivation is short lived
• Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation
• Setting up a focus system
• Environment
• Workspace
• Taking control of tech
• Technology
• Sleep - Sleep debt, recommended sleep, negative effects etc
• Exercise
• Managing energy, not time

Find out more about Joanna here: http://www.theshapeshiftersclub.com/about