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Mentioned in 19 episodes
Hyperfocus
How to Be More Productive in a World of Distraction
Book • 2018
In 'Hyperfocus', Chris Bailey explores the science of attention and provides practical strategies for managing distractions.
The book introduces two key mental modes: hyperfocus, which is intense and deliberate attention for high productivity, and scatterfocus, a creative mode that allows for novel connections and insights.
Bailey offers advice on setting intentions, modifying environments to reduce distractions, controlling motivation, and strategically using both hyperfocus and scatterfocus to enhance productivity and creativity.
The book introduces two key mental modes: hyperfocus, which is intense and deliberate attention for high productivity, and scatterfocus, a creative mode that allows for novel connections and insights.
Bailey offers advice on setting intentions, modifying environments to reduce distractions, controlling motivation, and strategically using both hyperfocus and scatterfocus to enhance productivity and creativity.
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Mentioned in 19 episodes
Mentioned by Mike as a book offering a better model for focus modes than the one presented in Learn Like a Pro.

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190: Learn Like a Pro by Barbara Oakley & Olav Schewe
Mentioned by Mike in relation to dealing with distractions and interruptions.

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209: Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman
Mentioned by
Mike Schmitz in relation to the concept of "vessel and filter", referencing a visual from his book on information quality.


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165: The Creative Act by Rick Rubin
Mentioned by Guido van Winden as a book exploring two ways the brain works: hyperfocus and scatterfocus.

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16. Hoe onthoud je jouw beste ideeën?
Mentioned by
David Sparks and Mike Schmitz in relation to focus, productivity, and the concept of hyperfocus.


69: The Intentional Life