Focus in the Age of Distraction Workshop

Is your work busier than ever, a frantic rush juggling meetings, emails, texts, and tasks? Does it feel like there is never enough time to get “real work” done? Technology gives us new possibilities to work remotely but it also means we can end up working 24/7. In many cases, people are working longer hours but their productivity has not increased. Information overload, distractions, and multi-tasking mean that your focus and attention is lost, reducing performance for problem solving, creativity, and decision making. In this workshop, we look at how to optimize your attention and focus while you are at work so you get more done. Then how to mentally switch off and enjoy your time outside work. This is not a time management session. Based on recent research in psychology this session looks at maximizing your performance by: • Creating headspace and mental energy for creative work and problem solving • Developing your focus and attention “muscles” for deep work • Creating boundaries be