#29 The Power of Focus: How to Eliminate Distractions and Do Deep Work

Distractions are one of the biggest killers of productivity—every interruption can cost you up to 23 minutes of focus time. In this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast, Chris LeBrun dives into the science and strategies behind protecting your attention so you can get meaningful work done.

Here’s what you’ll learn in Episode 29:

• Why focus is a finite resource and how to spend it wisely
• The hidden costs of distractions on clarity, energy, and even IQ
• How deep work creates high-value results and a competitive edge
• Practical strategies like time blocking, the Pomodoro method, batching, and the two-minute rule
• The difference between high-priority projects and “maintenance tasks” that drain your attention
• When to defer, delegate, or delete tasks to protect your focus

If you’ve been struggling with constant interruptions, multitasking, or shallow work, this episode will show you how to reclaim your focus and unlock your best productivity.

🎧 Listen now to learn how to minimize distractions, sharpen your attention, and build habits that let you dream big, plan smart, and live fully.

🔗 Show Links

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• Getting Things Done by David Allen - Paper Back https://wholprod.link/pb/gettingthingsdone
• Getting Things Done by David Allen - Kindle https://wholprod.link/k/gettingthingsdone

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
02:19 The Importance of Focus
06:20 Understanding Distractions
09:29 Deep Work: A Superpower for Productivity
13:58 Managing Maintenance Tasks
17:18 Strategies for Dealing with Maintenance Tasks
19:18 The Two-Minute Rule
20:40 Tools and Techniques for Focus
24:07 Homework Assignment and Recap

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