Mastering the Art of Focus
High Achievers’ Guide to peak performance
Reflecting on today’s hustle, a crucial truth hit home – for high achievers like us, crafting the right environment isn’t just helpful, it’s essential; something I spoke about in an earlier post. This truth echoed in a profound chat I had a few weeks ago with my mentor, Will Motivation. We dove deep into the concept of personalized focus, a game-changer in the realm of high performance.
For those of us wired for achievement, getting the ball rolling is often the most challenging play. But once we break through that initial barrier, we’re unstoppable. It’s like unlocking a new level in the game of productivity. This is where Andrew Huberman, a brain guru, comes into the picture with some game-changing insights.
Huberman’s deep dive into neuroscience reveals that our brains hit peak performance with something called ultradian rhythms – basically, our brains love to crush it in 90-minute bursts. This rhythm is our brain’s sweet spot for locking in focus and maxing out productivity.
Now, let’s talk about the elephant in the room – distractions. They’re like kryptonite to our Superman focus. The University of California Irvine dropped this bombshell: it takes us a whopping 23 minutes and 15 seconds to get back in the groove after a distraction. That’s a lot of precious time slipping through our fingers!
So, how do we tackle this? Huberman lays out this killer focus protocol:
Tidy up Your Turf: Keep your workspace clean to ward off physical distractions.
Silence the Digital Noise: Those pings and dings from your gadgets? Yeah, shut ‘em down.
Lock In Your Mission: Before you dive in, know exactly what you’re gunning for in each session.
Work Smarter, Not Harder: Use those 90-minute focus bursts to your advantage, with breaks to recharge.
Keep Evolving: Regularly tweak your game plan to keep your environment prime for focus.
In our fast-paced, distraction-filled world, high achievers and leaders gotta stay sharp and manage their focus like a pro. At Zeal Consulting, we’re all about that – helping you dial in your environment and strategies for peak performance. If you’re game for turning your focus up to eleven and crushing those goals, hit us up. Let’s team up and tailor a strategy that drives you straight to the winner’s circle with clarity and efficiency. 🚀
Evan J Howard MBA
Founder | CEO | Zeal Consulting LLC