Title: Holding Yourself Accountable

Hi again,

If you’re struggling to get things done, it’s
easy to switch up your routine believing that
will help you get back on track.  

Sometimes this is effective, sometimes it only
makes it harder to refocus our attention where
it's needed most.

It's always better to take a step back and
evaluate why we're losing focus. What is 
happening in our lives that we're finding
ourselves running out of steam?

What can we do to refresh and refocus so
that our attention and energy is going on the
things that matter? 

And where is that time going?

Were you spending too much time in email or
on social media trying to respond to customers
or provide instant support?

If so, consider outsourcing support inquiries to
a live agent or support desk so that you aren't
constantly distracted by people who need your
time while still being able to provide prompt
service.

Did you fail to prioritize tasks and goals and
ended up losing focus because you are constantly
multi-tasking in an effort to catch up

If so, consider using a product management tool
that will guide you through each work day.   The key is to develop a regular routine, along
with work habits that improve your focus and work
flow.  

It's also important to know when your struggle to
focus is your body's way of saying it's had enough.

It’s way too easy to think you can push out one more
hour or get that one more thing done each day but when
your mind has had enough no matter what you do, you'll
struggle to regain focus.

Instead, give yourself time for creative breaks so that
you're able to reenergize and boost that productivity.

Burn out is a real thing and it's the #1 focus killer so
learning to hold yourself accountable while still also
giving yourself room to take those necessary breaks
so that you're able to boost creativity and output is
important.

That's it for today! In tomorrow's email, I'll talk to
you about the importance of setting time limits on
your projects and tasks.

Until tomorrow,

{YOUR NAME HERE}



