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Focus

One focus

One focus: less is more, in a world of distraction

The key to getting things done? Try to do less. Then focus, ruthlessly.

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How to focus

How to focus on work that matters

How do you create distraction-free time to focus on your creative projects? You pay yourself first.

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Finding focus

Distracted? It’s not your fault

Finding focus is hard when we live in a world of distraction. It's not your fault. But it is your responsibility to make space for work that really matters

Read moreDistracted? It’s not your fault
Ritual, routine and getting into flow

Get into flow faster, using ritual and routine

How to use ritual to structure your day when working at home. Or starting a new creative project.

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Feeling overwhelmed

Feeling overwhelmed? This might help.

We live in an age of overwhelm, so you are not broken. But you might need to make choices, and let go of some things.

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When life gets in the way

What to do when life gets in the way

Here's what to do, when life gets in the way of your creative work

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A book to help you see what’s important – then do it.

Feeling overwhelmed, lacking focus? Gary Keller's The ONE Thing will help you see what's most important – then get it done

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The three qualities we need to thrive in challenging times

Build them now, and you'll be ready for anything

Read moreThe three qualities we need to thrive in challenging times
rest, then reboot

Feeling like a zombie? Rest. Then reboot

When your creative project stalls, take a break. And then begin again. Slowly, if needs be.

Read moreFeeling like a zombie? Rest. Then reboot
Extend your circle of influence

Stretching your circle of influence

Focus on what you can control, and let go of what you can't.

Read moreStretching your circle of influence
The creative life of Adam Driver

How Adam Driver found his focus

From Girls to Star Wars: how an ex-Marine turned his anger into a brilliant acting career

Read moreHow Adam Driver found his focus
How to find your focus

Finding focus in an increasingly distracted world

What I learned from Cal Newport’s book Deep Work

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