Focus101

Let’s face it, everyone has problems focusing on their work at least every now and then. Despite trying "many productivity hacks" I found online, I didn't actually feel that they helped me. At that point, I began searching for a scientific and psychologically proven solution. There are loads of tricks to hack your brain into being more productive and I’ve inspired myself from the works of people who truly understand how humans think (like Scott Adams, Robert Cialdini, Norman Vincent Peale). I discovered a method that has its roots in accountability: you tell a stranger what you plan to accomplish for the day and start working in front of him/her. Sounds simple, but this really pushes us outside of our comfort zone and helps us accomplish tasks so we won't be seen as a liar or unable to achieve what you intend.