How to Beat ‘Carlson’s Law’ and Be More Productive
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To do deep work, you have to focus on one task, and to focus, you have to avoid distractions. That's a common-sense idea, and it's the basis for Carlson’s Law, named for Swedish economist Sune Carlson. He determined that interrupted work is always less effective and more time-consuming than un-interrupted work. It's a lofty goal, but that doesn't mean a distraction-free zone is easy to achieve. If you want to beat Carlson's Law, you have to have a plan.How to eliminate distractions when trying to focusBefore getting to work on anything, make sure your space is free from distractions—not just physically, but mentally. Here are a few ways to do that:
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