Synopsis

focus : a simplicity manifesto in the age of distraction Focus is about finding simplicity in this Age of Distraction. It’s about finding the focus you need to create, to work on what’s important, to reflect, to find peace. And it comes in two flavors: free and premium. The Free Version The free version is simple: it’s 27 chapters that you can download for free, without having to give an email address or do anything else. It’s uncopyrighted, and you can share it with as many people as you like. Download free version here (a pdf download). Read the table of contents. Again, you can share this ebook freely, so feel free to post it on your blog, Twitter, Facebook, or email.

Table of Contents

section i. step back
1: introduction 7
2: the age of distraction
3: the importance of finding focus
4: the beauty of disconnection
5: focus rituals
section ii. clear distractions
1: limiting the stream
2: you don?t need to respond
3: let go of the need to stay updated
4: how not to live in your inbox
5: the value of distraction
6: why letting go can be difficult
7: tools for beating distraction
section iii. simplify
1: creating an uncluttered environment
2: slowing down
3: going with the flow
4: effortless action
5: three strategies for prioritizing tasks
6: letting go of goals
7: finding simplicity
section iv. focus
1: a simple system for getting amazing things done
2: single-tasking and productivity
3: the power of a smaller work focus
4: focused reading and research
5: walking, disconnection & focus
section v. others
1: finding focus, for parents
2: the problem of others
3: managers transforming office culture

 

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