Before looking for another productivity rule, take a closer look at your day. The point is not to judge yourself. It is to notice which work feels easier, and when.
Make three short notes a day
Take a minute at midday, in the afternoon, and at the end of the day. Write down what you did, what interrupted you, and how much energy you had.
Notice the kind of interruption
Your phone is not always the reason you lose focus. An unclear task, too many decisions, tiredness, or someone else's urgent need can get in the way. Write down what you actually notice.
Change one thing
You do not need to redesign your whole life. Tomorrow, set aside 25 minutes for one important task. Turn off unnecessary notifications if you can.
Look back at the end of the week
- When was it easier to concentrate?
- Which task kept getting pushed back, and why?
- Which change could you realistically keep?
Finishing quickly does not always mean doing good work. Look at whether the necessary work got done, and how you feel afterwards.