Five Ways to Optimize Your Focus

Many busy people commit to things in the far future more readily than they would in the short term. Estimate which days you'll be able to focus intensely, and which will be more fragmented. A more intense day, when you have optimal focus, followed by lighter days that are more fractured is better than trying for average intensity all days. Most of optimizing your schedule is about looking ahead, managing your time. And the moment is hard because you have to deal with your emotional state, which may not be up for intense focus.