Deep work at work

In a world full of distractions, here are some steps I’ve taken to refine my deep work and retain my focus during my 8:00-17:00.

• Windows focus session timer – the new update for Windows 11 gave us a Pomodoro-style timer, and access to Spotify and Tasks app all within the same app. I usually aim for 1-2 hours of deep work per day
  • Here’s my workflow with focus sessions:
    • Set the task(s) for the next 25 minutes
    • Work with no distractions until the timer goes off
    • Set 5 minutes until the next focus session
      • In these 5 minutes
        •  20-20-20 rest for my eyes from the screen
        • Stay hydrated
        • Reflect on work completed, plan on the task for the next 25 minutes
• How I limit distractions
  • Select apps that will turn off notifications during focus sessions
  • Phone on grayscale mode
  • Outlook and Teams minimized
  • Focus Time blocked out in Outlook calendar
• Artists I’m currently listening to during these focus sessions
  • Nigel Good
  • Tony Anderson
  • Kidnap
  • Nothing,nowhere.
  • One Heart