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How do you keep your mind sharp and focused during the work week

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constantly working can inevitably waver our focus and lead to reduced output. Do you have any tips/tricks which can help to prevent or overcome such issues during the work week

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Meng Wee Tan
coffee
Marko Rakic
I'm far from productivity expert, but having separate space when you'll work really helps. Especially if you are working remotely.
Iya Mendoza
@marko_rakic2 I totally agree. It's really bad to put your office or working station right beside your bed haha
Naresh Parimi
Try to take 10 min break every hour and make sure to love your work to maintain focus. If you're not loving your work it is difficult to focus your mind. If possible, take a 30-40 min deep nap between your work day.
Igor Lushkin
I try to load myself up with work, as soon as I realize that I have time to do everything, my productivity drops. If I have a lot of work, I work full time, maybe I'm a workaholic? :))
Igor Lushkin
@notanothervivek I agree with you, you need rest... but when you're going for your dream, you have a startup and a team of developers behind you, I can't rest...
Vincent
Is weed an acceptable answer...?
Amelia Charlie
I take short breaks and play foosball to keep my mind focused during work. Although I'm not a good player ;) but still, I love to play.
Haq
By having a good night sleep. If you're living with your better half, sleep in separate bedrooms during work week and have your last meal six hours before you hit the sack for high quality sleep. At least for me this really helped. Got these tips from a therapist.
Tim Heijn
Recenty I started drinking more tea and less coffee. Works like a charm so far!
Tanya Kapoor
Hi @notanothervivek For me, it's Coffee. What about you?
Nik Hazell
Exercise (to exhaust me) and coffee (to bring me back to life)!
Fabian Maume
Drink Maté. Physically walk between the office and home to shift your mind. Plan low-focus tasks in the middle of your day (for example check product hunt discussions). Play board games.
Jerry M Gallegos
Create and maintain a morning routine. Don’t stop socializing. Customize your environment. Take breaks and go outside if you can? Feed your brain. Eat blueberries and other fruits and vegetables, plus seafood. Work your brain just as you work your body. Focus on the value you bring to your position and the company. Highlight your strengths, your commitment to the job, and your accomplishments. Thank You. Jerry Gallegos "Click One to Get it"
Justine Hanna
I try and incorporate something fun into my days. Wordle has been a good one, and this is what Spark'n ⚡ is all about too which is nice. Enjoying a 15 min Spark as part of a regular team meeting makes the day way more fun and changes it up enough to keep the mind fresh 🙌
Qudsia Ali
For me, a relaxed and fun weekend is a great way to start my productive and focused week. Short breaks, games, and my favorite lunch also motivate me to focus on the work.
Jiho
I update the priority tasks and did it. I think working on priority is essential to make the best output.
Bhavna Singh
@vivek I have recently incorporated this activity in my working hours to keep myself engaged and more focused I usually try solving some Sudoku and rubik cube. This have really helped me in keeping my mind sharp as well as relaxed at the same time.
Yulia Butovchenko 🇺🇦
I just set great goals and they motivate me to work focused
John Smith
I drink coffee. A lot of coffee.
Bouchard Entertainment
You have to take time for you. Personally, if I don't get a daily workout and a short half mile walk in.... the compounding issues of overworking seem to never get better. Also, have a 16oz glass of water as soon as you get up - caffeine later.
Tyler Cook
Working out in the morning, eating healthy, keep your smartphone away.