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New Episode: Guardrails, not willpower

Published about 2 months ago • 1 min read

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Curious how I cut digital distractions?

The average person scrolls 2.5 hours a day and picks up their phone more than 150 times. No wonder focus feels impossible.

Here’s the secret: Don’t rely on willpower when you can use apps to save yourself from yourself.

In my latest episode, I share the exact guardrails I use to get the job done:

  • My LinkedIn-only “Follow 50” rule
  • No social media apps on my phone, and why
  • How I use a standing desk to discourage scrolling
  • The Unhook extension to prevent rabbit holes
  • Apps like ClearSpace, Freedom, Unhook, and Downcast that reduce distractions
  • My own screen time stats and top-used apps (spoiler: none are social media)

Digital distraction isn’t about discipline. It’s about setting up your devices—and your environment—for success.

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P.S. Want to help your team or conference attendees defeat digital distractions? Check out our Elevate Your Focus keynote!​

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