Laser-Sharp Focus: A No-Fluff Guide to Improved Concentration, Maximised Productivity and Fast-Track to Success

by Joanna Jast

Tired of ineffective, blanket advice on improving your focus?

Whether you're a student, freelancer, entrepreneur (or wanna-be preneur), employee or anyone else dreaming of being able to snap into focus and maintain it for however long you want, this book is for you.

Discover how to sharpen your focus, improve your concentration, maximise your productivity and speed up your success with evidence-based strategies and proven tricks.

This book is a practical, step-by-step guide on how to improve your focus with a twist - it helps you identify what's not working first, so you can target your specific problems head-on, without wasting time and energy on stuff that's unlikely to work for you.

The approach presented in this book unlike many others, recognises and takes into consideration your individual situation, providing you with a roadmap so that you can check where you are and what you need to do to get where you want to be. This system will grow with you.


Why you should check out Laser-Sharp Focus:

This book is a good fit for you if you:
- Struggle with distractions and interruptions
- Are consumed by procrastination
- Have tried and failed to constantly 'motivate yourself'
- Suffer from 'wandering mind'
- Feel you are not as productive as you could be.


You will learn:
- How to identify what specifically is not working within your current 'focus system'
- What you can do to eliminate procrastination, minimise distractions, avoid interruptions, keep your mind on track, your emotions under control, and your body at top-level performance
- How to create a system that can adapt to your changing needs so that you focus on your job, whatever it is, whenever you need to and wherever you are.

Get your copy and start improving your focus now!

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help, Productivity, Psychology, Personal Development, Business

192 pages, Paperback

First published November 29, 2015

Reviews

[Andy Dill · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don't really leave only five star reviews. I have just found so many great books. Laser-Sharp Focus. A No-Fluff Guide to Improved Concentration, Maximised Productivity and Fast-Track to Success by Joanna Jast is most definitely a book I need and falls under the category of a great book. It is easy and fast to read. Having written the book in a conversational manner, Dr. Jast leaves out all the fluff and technical jargon to guide the reader towards clearing away all distractions, setting up your work space to be optimal for productivity in easy to understand terms.

Following her guidelines, tips and suggestions will help you to focus on whatever task it is at hand, allowing you to get finished faster with better results, leaving you more time to do other things. You will learn how to decrease your stress and anxiety involved in having too much to do and not enough time to do it. Learning to focus is the key. I am happy to have found this book. I have far more to do and nowhere near enough time to do it. I am confident that this book will get me on the right track to get it all done, and done well. Get this book, follow her guidelines, get focused and get it all done.

[kurp · Rating 3 out of 5]

At first, I've been a bit disappointed, because there is nothing new in this book or at least there is no magic solution. After a while I must admit that the book is nice summary of self-development topics and rules, combining knowledge about procrastination, prioritization, concentration techniques, time management (well, here's something new; author suggest to replace it with energy management) etc. I believe it may really help you in achieving that "laser-sharp focus".

[Courtney Kenney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thoroughly enjoyed this book. I took away several tips that I can use immediately to get more focused. Highly recommend!

[Dele Tosh · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lots of great insights, pretty common-sensical (as the book itself states severally).

[Simon Weiner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well I must admit I procrastinated before reading this ebook. I have already read so much material on the subject that I thought what more was there to learn. But my initial reaction was wrong. This ebook brings the whole subject together in a structured and detailed but interesting manner and made me re-think about my own assumptions and approach. Of course I knew that creating an Environment where one can focus is critical. What I did not know is that Motivation is actually not so critical and that use of Energy rather of Time is. Now when I mention to my teenage daughters to Focus, I actually know what I am talking about. Better still give them this ebook for a Xmas present as they still don’t listen to Daddy.

[Zolbayar · Rating 3 out of 5]

Төвлөрлөө сайжруулахад тустай арга замуудыг олон 7 юм нуршилгүй сайхан эмхтгэжээ. Гэхдээ л бас нэг "сайн дурын уран сайханч" -ийн бичсэн ном байна даа. Хувь хүний хөгжлийн, ажлын бүтээмжийн талаар огт юм уншиж байгаагүй хүнд бол их л хэрэг болохоор юм.

[Roberto · Rating 5 out of 5]

In der letzten Zeit fühlte ich mich immer mehr unkonzentriert und im Angebot kam mir dieser Ratgeber sehr gelegen. Gemeinsam mit dem Leser wird versucht, ein Verständnis für Aufmerksamkeit und Konzentration aufzubauen und zuerst nach den Ursachen zu suchen, anstatt direkt vage Lösungsansätze zu präsentieren.

Anschließend gibt es natürlich auch mögliche Lösungen für die vorangehenden Probleme. Dabei kann man das Buch von Kapitel zu Kapitel lesen oder aber direkt zu relevanten Kapiteln springen, falls die Ursachen für die Konzentrationsschwierigkeiten bereits bekannt sind.

Der Ratgeber ist keine hohe Wissenschaft und daher für tatsächliche Krankheiten definitiv nicht geeignet. Wer aber im Alltag ab und an öfter merkt, dass bei bestimmten Aufgaben die Aufmerksamkeit wie auf Knopfdruck nachlässt, kann dieser Ratgeber doch eine Wirkung erzielen. Dabei hält man vom scheinheiligen Wort Motivation Abstand und zeigt mit verschiedenen Ansätzen, die mit persönlichen Erfahrungen unterlegt sind, wie es anders geht. Durchaus zu empfehlen, um neue Perspektiven zu erhalten.

[Al · Rating 4 out of 5]

Laser-Sharp focus is up to the point, and gives excellent points on how to deal with stress, emotions, and proper motivation to achieve perfect focus.

It doesn't delve deep into the science of what focuses our mind, which from a point of view makes it easier to grasp, though I'm sure the information can be easily obtained from additional literature. What this guide represents is a recount of the Joanna jast's experiences in being a creative writer and the methods that she has researched and used to help her gain control of her mind.

This focus system is simple, organized in three parts and 12 chapters, and each chapter has easily marked steps and important notes to memorize. It is written form the heart, and it's a book to come back to.

[Julie Schooler · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an easy to read book that really will help anyone improve their focus. It has many ideas that I can use on a day to day basis such as getting my workstation more ergonomic (something that has been on my list for a while but is now a priority) and using full screen mode when I am wanting to concentrate on my work. It also had some good tips on setting goals such as using the 'dumb smart' system and also listing 25 goals and then crossing out the bottom 20! I especially liked learning about intrinsic motivation and the power of emotions in productivity and learning. Many great takeaways. Highly recommended.

[Tom Peterson · Rating 2 out of 5]

Another example of how I should write a book

- “emotions attract our attention. We pay attention to anything that’s emotional, negatively or positively: joy, happiness, or fear, anger.
- Emotions can hold sway over our ability to focus. ”
- “motivation is by nature fluctuating and hence cannot be relied on. It is much better to build a reliable, repeatable system that would propel you into that laser-sharp focus every time you want and need it.”
- “The Toyota Way and its 5S: Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardise and Sustain. ”

[Dominic Bellavance · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ce livre est arrivé au bon moment entre mes mains. J'y ai découvert quelques trucs qui semblent bien fonctionner. La procrastination commençait à être un sérieux problème pour moi.

C'est un livre qui va droit au but et dont le style direct ne plaira pas à tout le monde. Pour ma part, ça me convenait. Les nombreux "disclaimers" médicaux présent au début des chapitres sont assez gossants, mais on arrive à les oublier.

[Bharat Mathur · Rating 5 out of 5]

An In-depth study of human behaviour!

I have been especially impressed with the Author's analysis of intrinsic and extrinsic motivators with relation to building focus. Fine detail of trigger points on Focus, Attention and Concentration make a lot of sense as well!
Great value for Readers keen on serious all-round improvement!!

[Wayne Simacek · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book because it wasn't just a "my approach fits all" book, but a set of tools to help you deal with your own barriers to focus. I immediately started keeping a distraction log after I finished that chapter.

I think this is a book I'll keep in my reference library to refer back to whenever I start drifting.

[Pema · Rating 4 out of 5]

Taking care of yourself physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually was one of the highlight of the book. Only then you are able to deliver 100% at all times!!!!

[Mohamed Gamal · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book is full of very good guidelines and tips, it covers the main subject "getting focused" from different angles which is not easy to find in one single book.

[Charles · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of useful advice

[Chris Weatherburn · Rating 3 out of 5]

You need some motivation for focus but motivation fluctuates and can be internally or externally driven.

To find your intrinsic motivation, seek how your current goals are connected with your deeper desires of mastering a skill or knowledge, of becoming autonomous or pursuing a noble goal, your personal mission.

Reward-driven motivators can work, but they often turn out to be short-lived and their impact wears out quickly.

Environment is extremely important to help you focus - try to minimise distractions including people distracting you.

Stresses importance of desk setup. Be sure to turn off notifications and only check emails a couple times a day,

If you try to squeeze too many tasks, meetings, and calls into every available minute of your day. Say yes to every potentially fantastic opportunity and cut back on sleep to find time to get it all done, you may accomplish a lot, briefly before it starts to crumble down and you feel burnt out.

Therefore be sure to manage your energy, not your time!

VLOG summary: https://youtu.be/txEUjzNBHhY

[Kenneth · Rating 4 out of 5]

Use the Book to target specific areas

Jump ahead and read the sections that are relevant, the kind of issues you are facing that prevents focus. Reading from cover to cover, you may find that the book may be repetitive. On the whole, I picked up a few pointers that I will use on increasing my focus.

[Jevgenij · Rating 3 out of 5]

There is nothing groundbreaking in this book and some parts are repeated through out. However, most of advice seems solid and it's nice that the author acknowledges that all people are different and tries to account for that.

[Brandon · Rating 2 out of 5]

Weak. Amateurish. Poorly organized. Lots of redundant information. Little actionable information.

[Donn Gilray · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great Ideas. Broken Links

Tried to find Joanna's bonuses without success. There are a few points I wanted clarification on. I was not able to get a response from her.

[Elliot Richards · Rating 2 out of 5]

Style wise it's a clear and simple read, and comes across as very personal and anecdotal. It's got some good tips on focus and minimising distractions, but like with any self-help book, your mileage may vary. I've read several books over the course of many years so whilst some of what's presented here isn't new, it's worthwhile if you're dipping your toe in and starting out.

[Dave · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nothing new. All the latest productivity tips compiled and written in blogging style (eg. like this, with lots of parentheses and 1-word sentences). Right. This is the way.

If this book is distilled to one simple sentence, it's 'just do it'. Quoting from James Clear, author of Atomic Habits (for bonus point if someone reads this by chance):

"You don't need more focus or time, just less distraction."

[Andrea · Rating 2 out of 5]

I just couldn't get through this. I was really hoping it would help, but maybe "self-help" books just aren't for me? It seemed way too straight forward and very dependent on a person's style. Just not mine.

[J Crossley · Rating 3 out of 5]

In this book, tips are provided to improve the strength of your mental functioning.

[Domas Masiulis · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not as helpful as expected. Mainly based on author's own experience.