How to Focus: Techniques to Resist Distractions and Boost Concentration

Description

It has never been so easy to get distracted. Whether in the short term, in our daily tasks, or in longer-term projects, the situation is similar: all sorts of distractions compete for our attention. Our cell phone is a constantly available “distraction machine,” with algorithms developed specifically to capture our attention. Concentration and resistance to distraction are therefore more indispensable skills than ever. Without them, it becomes almost impossible to manage your daily life. This online course lets you develop or deepen these essential skills. It describes the nature of concentration and shows you how to foster a mindset that makes it easier to maintain. It then shows you how to create a work environment that supports focused, concentrated action. Finally, it explains how to put good habits in place to conserve your mental resources and your attention. It also covers techniques that let you stay on course toward your long-term goals.

Course objectives

• Being able to concentrate on the task at hand, despite distractions of all kinds
• Improving your work environment to support concentration and building good habits in this area
• Maintaining focus on long-term goals in your life, and thereby working on your personal development

Who is it for?

• Employees, with or without a management role, who no longer want to be thrown off balance by the many distracting elements of the modern world.

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