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#distractions #eliminate #guys #working
  • Profile picture of the author skeedio
    Leechblock is an amazing way to eliminate distractions. I block all social/fun sites until dinner time. It also helps to keep a timer and track how long you spend on a certain task. I found that it helped me focus only on that task instead of trying to multitask. Hope it helps.
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    • Profile picture of the author tobyR
      Agreed, I certainly try & turn off email, etc when I'm trying to focus and certainly when I write. Early in the morning or late at night works for me.

      Having a plan and deadlines set also help - I work to a weekly schedlue of jobs to do and allocate time to them
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    • Profile picture of the author biffula
      Originally Posted by skeedio View Post

      Leechblock is an amazing way to eliminate distractions. I block all social/fun sites until dinner time. It also helps to keep a timer and track how long you spend on a certain task. I found that it helped me focus only on that task instead of trying to multitask. Hope it helps.
      This. I can keep the TV and radio off, but man the internet distracts me. Leechblock cures that.
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  • Profile picture of the author securelogy
    I wake up everyday at 5 AM. Start working through my Actionable list of of previous evening. I work max 1.5 hours at a time and I fool around a bit for about 10 minutes after that. that is my reward. I then have another go at it (1.5 hours). The 10 minutes can be on YouTube or Facebook or chatting with someone. That goes on the entire day for 12 hours. For me, even this 10min breaks are productive because this schedule helps me to stay sane. It is not easy staying behind your computer the entire day.
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  • Profile picture of the author belleinc
    I sort of do the same thing like securelogy, I start my day at 5am, and I exercise and make my breakfast. But I go for two hours sometimes real hard, sometimes 90min and then I chillax...I stretch, eat a snack, check fb msgs and posts, for 15-20min then I go hard again for round two. I do three rounds a day! I think its just mainly having that reason to get stuff done to stay motivated. This is my only source of income. So I have to make it work, and I absolutely love doing it, so its fun for me. Oh and if my phone rings during "work" period I just ignore it. Sometimes I even turn it off, and on my break I check what I missed. And I always make a list/schedule of things to do for the next day!
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    • Profile picture of the author AdenWhite
      Originally Posted by belleinc View Post

      I sort of do the same thing like securelogy, I start my day at 5am, and I exercise and make my breakfast. But I go for two hours sometimes real hard, sometimes 90min and then I chillax...I stretch, eat a snack, check fb msgs and posts, for 15-20min then I go hard again for round two. I do three rounds a day! I think its just mainly having that reason to get stuff done to stay motivated. This is my only source of income. So I have to make it work, and I absolutely love doing it, so its fun for me. Oh and if my phone rings during "work" period I just ignore it. Sometimes I even turn it off, and on my break I check what I missed. And I always make a list/schedule of things to do for the next day!
      I like this idea -- intense focus a few times a day, then playtime in between. Suits me well. Will have to try it.
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  • Profile picture of the author Shack0812
    A deadline always works and I consider that keeping yourself away from distractions without the need of any other softwares to block things is a sign of strong character
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    • Profile picture of the author dwfulton
      One of my biggest problems, is waiting to the last minute (midnight hour), before really focusing on getting something done. It drives my wife nuts. I would love to learn to work consistently over the long haul, pacing myself. The deadline motivates me, but the stress level runs extremely high. I do get things done though. Just don't think its the healthiest way to go about it. Any suggestions?
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  • Profile picture of the author stranger11
    I find I am more productive when I am out in public. For example, I used to study better at our school campus than at home, or go to the library or something. You basically can't hold yourself accountable but become more self conscious with others around.
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  • Profile picture of the author RobbieT
    I agrre with belleinc and skeedio regarding the timer.

    I have one which is a dual timer alongside my computer and set one timer to 45 minutes and the other to 15.

    At the end of the 45 minute work period I hit the 15 minute timer and go and re-hydrate with a green Tea or water and do something physical (even some house cleaning) coupled with a bit of deep breathing during that 15 minutes. Then it's back to the computer for another 45 minutes.

    Take good care of those that you love.

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  • Profile picture of the author wendywond
    I agree with what shack posted above.

    I've been in your shoes lyfstyle! One of the effective way to manage your time is thinking about your sport or anything that you really love to do. Just like me, I play tennis after work and that's one of the reason I finished my task on time.
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  • Profile picture of the author MaggieDavid
    I make it a rule, NO EMAILS until after I have finished my first 3 things on the to do list.

    Facebook is an absolute time waster, that is not allowed until I have done my list for the day. I put my mobile on silent mode, so goes to message bank and my home phone on answer machine. My family know unless it is urgent not to ring until after a certain time. Then it is urgent, they do 3 rings hang up and 3 rings again.

    You have to be strict with yourself, otherwise, you might as well go and work for someone, YUK 9-5 JOB? (VOMIT) having a boss (vomit)

    You can do this if you really think about the alternative. So come on stop being so weak willed and get into action, then you will be able to go on a 6 month long trip!
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  • Profile picture of the author Riggs
    I eat coffee straight out of the can until I can see noises and then block all social media sites via my hosts file.

    I also remove all the wheels from my desk chair. It's amazing how much extra work I get done when I can't readily practice spinning in circles on it.
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  • Profile picture of the author buckeyes09
    Focus, focus, focus. Think of why you're doing what is distraction you; soon you'll realize it does nothing, absolutely nothing. A day later (kind of what you're doing now), you'll realized all of that time. So, why not do something productive that might get you somewhere?
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  • Profile picture of the author Jason Kanigan
    @the OP:

    So what changed? When you were on your trip, you say you were productive.

    Now that you're back home, you aren't.

    What's the difference in your day, your environment, your attitude?

    Make everything like it was on your trip, and I'll bet you return to being productive. We have to be Tough with ourselves.
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  • Profile picture of the author Pecan
    Originally Posted by LifestyleTrans View Post


    DISTRACTIONS: Facebook, YouTube, TV, surfing the net, etc...

    Before you know it, hours go by and nothing is done.

    This happens to me too often. I think for me it's total lack of discipline. I work better with momentum.

    If I can work through the temptation and say no to the t.v. and tetris for a few nights, It'll be easy for awhile.

    Then before I know it, a couple weeks later I'm catching up on the recorded t.v. shows I've been avoiding and the struggle begins again.
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  • Profile picture of the author Stefan Pylarinos
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    • Profile picture of the author stranger11
      Originally Posted by LifestyleTrans View Post

      It's funny, I don't seem to have this problem much anymore.

      I've found the solution is to really make sure you are FOCUS and MOTIVATED towards your goals. When you're thinking about them all the time and obsessed about them, you naturally want to do things that are going to bring you towards where you want to be.

      If you aren't really motivated for your goals, you'll find ways to distract yourself.

      This may be true but a lot of times it is hard to remember your motivation for starting a project when you are grinding at it everyday for a few months. It is of benefit to write down the main goals or the main purpose of the particular project, as well as start each day with written goals on what needs to be done.
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  • Profile picture of the author Tobarja
    Send the wife and kids to bed. That's the only way I get stuff done at home.
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  • Profile picture of the author mrmarketer1
    Have a very powerful reason why + a deadline

    I've tried every organizer on the planet, I've used ever time management system there is but for me - it comes down to having a powerful reason why and a hard stop deadline. Nothing else works for me in terms of getting S done...

    So P.R.W + H.S.D = G.S.D

    Anyone else the same way?

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  • Profile picture of the author jjoshua
    Remove Facebook notifications from your email and only communicate via phone... If ppl really need to talk to you, do it on the phone.
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  • Profile picture of the author StephanieMojica
    Set timers, especially when using Facebook and e-mail. Or better yet, check your e-mail for a set period of time two or three times a day rather than staying on it throughout the day. Ideally, you'll get to the point in your business where you can hire a virtual assistant to help you with notorious time-suckers such as e-mail.

    Good luck!

    Stephanie
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  • Profile picture of the author rbates
    You are certainly not alone - especially if you are reading your replies. If you are making money (or trying to), you may want to consider this your job. As such, you work for a couple of hours and take a short break. Lunch. Another break. It does take some effort to become disciplined, but it is certainly worth the trouble. Lots of good suggestions here. Turn off the phone, gather what information that you need from research to work on a (one at a time) project and then turn off your internet so that you are not tempted to surf or check email. Set some time limits so that you get some sense of how hard you are working, and what you are accomplishing. They write books on this topic, but the suggestions that you are reading from your replies are a good place to begin.
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  • Profile picture of the author Jeff Schuman
    A daily to do list seems to work for me. I write it out and the end of the day so I can start on it the next day. There is something liberating about crossing things off of the list as I complete them. Just sit down and start working on the list.
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  • Profile picture of the author PlatinumLady
    Originally Posted by LifestyleTrans View Post

    Hey guys, lately I've had some challenges staying motivated.

    I just got back from a long 3 month trip, where I had no distractions and was working well everyday and getting tons done.

    Since I've been home, I've been distracted and have found myself "sitting around" way too much and not getting anything done.

    DISTRACTIONS: Facebook, YouTube, TV, surfing the net, etc...

    Before you know it, hours go by and nothing is done.

    I know I need to get a lot done, but part of me is procrastinating and is perhaps a bit overwhelmed by some of the tasks I need to move forward on.

    Do you guys have any remedies/suggestions for this?
    You have to be disciplined and stay focused. Stay away from distractions if you can't help it. Find yourself a quiet place away from civilization if possible and only take with you a to-do list and your business tool.
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  • Profile picture of the author Haikela84
    I like to use Wunderlist. The night before, I make sure to list everything I have to finish the next day. I don't go straight to work the moment I wake up. I eat breakfast, finish all chores to make sure that I don't have to get up in the middle of work time. When I get up, it's usually hard for me to sit back down and concentrate.

    I always feel more productive when I see tasks checkef off in wunderlist. I feel motivated to have them all checked off before the day ends.
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  • Profile picture of the author nadia712
    I agree with all others who have suggested a timer of some sort. It really, really helps my focus to use one.

    Have you ever tried the Pomodoro method? Action Enforcer (an application made by a Warrior) will let you set timers with specific amounts of time for all of the tasks you'd like to get done in a given day. I structure my day with it every morning - it's amazing.
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    • Profile picture of the author elvisjay
      I know I'm late to the game but I think this will help.

      Time management to me is more about getting my brain to slow down enough so I can focus. Every once in a while I do "The 50 Minute Focus Finder" that i learned from Dean Jackson. I'm too new to post URLS but just google it. Go to the one on the Marketing Monday site. The 50 Minute Focus Finder

      Dean works primarily with real estate and mortgage people but this method really works for me. The basics are:
      1. Find a place with no distractions without phone or computer
      2. Have something to write with and some paper
      3. Write down everything that comes to your mind for 50 minutes

      Then I go back through the list and prioritize and delegate. I mark things A, B or C and then go back and mark the important stuff as M (me) A(assistant or outsource) or both. I then categorize them by type (email, phone etc.) I also then put the estimated time that I think it will take to get them done and start blocking time out to do similar things in chunks together....i.e. emails together, whiteboarding, mind mapping, systems building, meetings, phone calls, etc.

      You'd be surprised what this will do for productivity.
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  • Profile picture of the author AdenWhite
    I don't really like the idea of blocking sites from myself, just feels like working for a boss again.

    The best motivator I've found is small successes - they really spur you on. If business has not been particularly profitable, it's very easy to just not do any work, it's like "what's the point".

    But, having a little success really makes you want to carry on.

    Also, making a check list or task list on a simple notepad is good. Crossing off each task feels very satisfying.
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    • Profile picture of the author Anthony707
      Some great posts..

      I've worked at home for 7 plus years now as an internet marketer.

      Here's a few things that have helped me during those times of "feeling like blob" and not working...

      * Having very clear goals with a set completion date.

      * Chunking - dividing big projects up into bite sized pieces. Gives a feel of accomplishment as each part is completed.

      * Use of a timer! -

      I know it sounds weird but try setting a computer count down timer alarm that plays music or something at the end of say 50 minutes or so. You then get up and have a stretch. It's amazing how more focused you are and how 50 minutes feels doable, even when you feel flat, whereas a whole day sometimes looks impossible!

      * Music - the right music can motivate, the wrong can put you to sleep. Of course the music choice is an individual thing.

      * Outsourcing - Nothing worse than doing "all the dull & boring parts" of running an online business. My brother & I have had luck with staff from the Philippines and currently have 7 full timers plus other part timers for various other things. As business owners, we all have to get out of the habit as quickly as possible of "doing everything ourselves".

      * Other interests - I think it's vital to have other outside interests to look forward to after work. For me I often fly radio control helicopters after hrs or at lunch time if the weathers good.

      * Business partner or internet buddies - It's great to have a business partner or internet buddies if you can as it urges you along plus they understand the internet marketing thing. Most non IMr's don't get it when you try and explain what you do.

      * Holidays - always great to get away to recharge the batteries. Even a weekend away feels terrific when work is feeling a bit dull.

      But there are times now and then when I still feel lazy and don't seem to fire or get a lot done. I take the day off if that's the case as there's nothing worse for me that wasting the day in the office sitting at the computer if I don't achieve much. May as well do something else for the day and feel good!


      Hope that helps.

      Anthony
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  • Profile picture of the author hireava
    I do have a "to do list" and motivates myself by thinking that I'll go far when I do good on my work. I get inspiration through my family because I don't only work for myself but for my family as well.
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