My biggest problem - help!

[monitorit]

I have been attempting to become a full time internet marketer for 18+ months now but i keep coming across the same problem which is i cannot concentrate. All i do is get distracted and it seems even though i may spend 15 hours a day at my computer i only really work for 30 mins. Do you have any tips that can get me over this problem as i believe once i get over this i can make $. I have some really good ideas and read more each day but i just cannot impliment them. Please help!

[Sara Young]

Try concentrating for 15 minutes at a time. Decide on a task that you will be doing, set up a timer, and do only that. Do not be tempted to check your email during that time, turn off Skype, and make sure nobody interrupts you. You will be surprised at how much you can do in 15 minutes. And you might really get into the task and work on it for longer.

Do this a few times each day, and you will get stuff done.

[Buildingfutures]

Here's what I do. Get a journal, paper, anything.

Make a list of everything you think you should get done by the end of that day.

And I mean anything, that means outside of the computer as well. If you can't concentrate, go do something else somewhere and come back.

My lists usually get around 2/3rds completed. Mainly cause I list things I either can't go do, or its just a think to get my mind off of work for a while and there is no real solution for me. It works, let me tell you.

Just make a checklist, and see how that works.

[David Hamer]

Originally Posted by monitorit

I have been attempting to become a full time internet marketer for 18+ months now but i keep coming across the same problem which is i cannot concentrate. All i do is get distracted and it seems even though i may spend 15 hours a day at my computer i only really work for 30 mins. Do you have any tips that can get me over this problem as i believe once i get over this i can make $. I have some really good ideas and read more each day but i just cannot implement them. Please help!

Hope you're well apart from your FOCUS issue.

You're not alone I think it affects 99% of the world!

I have suffered this problem seriously in terms of trying to get on in the Information Product area. One problem with Online info is there is just so much of it - which means there's always something new to learn - every day maybe even every hour.

What I've done over the last few months is to just focus hard on one method and one project. Also choose a subject you're really interested in and even passionate about and that will make it easier to maintain very clear focus.

I don't know what hours of the day you work on your internet business - but one thing I try to do is not read any emails until later in the day.

If you are really worried about missing VERY important emails then just quickly scan them but don't read any unless it's 'life or death' important.

The other thing which works well is put yourself under real pressure - set deadlines and force yourself to hit them. Reward yourself when you do.

Plan your week ahead listing the important stages or projects you want to achieve by the following week-end and CLEARLY FOCUS on achieving it.

I had to do a similar thing this week to get my first WSO up and running - it seemed to work (well almost) I was a few hours late getting it live but I'm happy with fact it happened this week.

Anyway the main thing is pick something you're really passionate about and FOCUS CLEARLY, plan your weeks ahead and MAKE SURE you hit your deadlines - no excuses.

I've got to admit when I used to have a boss - I achieved far more - if I didn't I got a kicking!

If you like, why not tell me your targets for next week and if you don't hit them I'll give you a rollocking!

For free! How's that!

Best wishes - Dave

[steveweber]

I agree with BuildingFutures, make a list! Write a good list out the night before of what you want to get done the next day. As you complete each, cross it off (that part feels good).

Working from a list works!

[josspam]

Put a small note above your monitors computer that says "STAY FOCUS" everytime you get distracted you'll see it.

EVen as a wallpaper you could make an image that says this... so everytime you'll see it you'll get focus again!

[Tsarina]

I find lists overwhelming. I like "east that frog" approach where I pick one really truly imporant item that will produce results (not just keep me busy) and do it. Even if I did not do anything beside that item I'm happy and productive.
Pick the item before you go to bed in the evening, so you know what to focus on next day. Best of luck!

[Chrissy Allen]

Hey

Yes it can be difficult because there is so much on offer and so much info so getting distracted is very very easy,

You need to decide what you are going to do before you start.

Write a list or quick special mission and just get it done, play time can only begin when you have completed your tasks.

I completely understand your problem though

Good Luck

Chunkynuts

[Reuven]

I stay focused (sort of) and get the most accomplished when I make a list. I make a list of only the top three or four things I need to do that day for morale reasons. If I put three things on a list and get all three things done, I feel like I accomplished something. With a shorter list, I often find I do a few extra things that weren't on the list which makes me feel even better. If I put ten things on the list and only do eight or nine, I feel like I failed.

[monitorit]

thanks for your help. Dave i may take you up on your offer!

[KatyaSenina]

Originally Posted by monitorit

I have been attempting to become a full time internet marketer for 18+ months now but i keep coming across the same problem which is i cannot concentrate. All i do is get distracted and it seems even though i may spend 15 hours a day at my computer i only really work for 30 mins. Do you have any tips that can get me over this problem as i believe once i get over this i can make $. I have some really good ideas and read more each day but i just cannot impliment them. Please help!

haha same problem... I always end up frustrated at the end of the day and feel like kicking myself

[bobsedge]

This is a common problem. What I like to do is step away from the computer whenever possible and do my creative work in a notebook. There are fewer distractions. Good luck.

[David Hamer]

Originally Posted by monitorit

thanks for your help. Dave i may take you up on your offer!

I think someone else has mentioned it - but one good idea is to break things down into small chunks - say 1hr - so put yourself under pressure to achieve x,y,z in the next 60 mins - get a timer. You'll be surprised at what can be done under pressure!


Dave

[johnben1444]

Well, in this case your biggest enemy is you. Its up to you figure out what always distract you and learn to stay away from it. For instance if it your TV, then try finding a secluded area when working. If it your family, you should let them know that what you are trying to achieve is for all of you.

Lastly i think 30mins is too small. Try working at an hour to two.

Goodluck