Focus is not something you’re born with; it’s a skill you learn and master over time. In this episode of the Seven-Figure Standard Podcast, you’ll learn about why distraction is rising and how you can build deep execution to avoid focusing on the wrong things. Arash explains why focus is the greatest work habit you can create, the importance of learning to tolerate discomfort, how standards stabilize your focus, the danger of relying on willpower, and so much more! We delve into how Arash maintains focus and hear an example of what a focused sprint looks like before discussing the importance of taking breaks. Arash also touches on the danger of becoming obsessed with outcomes instead of focusing on repetition over time. Finally, he leaves us with something to consider: is what you’re focused on creating the life you want, or is it stealing your dreams? Tune in now!

Key Points From This Episode:

• How distraction does us a disservice and is the byproduct of a weak identity.
• Why focus is the greatest work habit that you can ever create.
• What to ask yourself when you feel discomfort and why you need to tolerate it.
• How having standards removes negotiation and stabilizes focus.
• Why you cannot rely on willpower to create focus.
• Arash tells us how he maintains his focus throughout the day.
• Distraction as feedback and why you constantly have to upgrade your focus.
• An example of what a deep-work focused sprint looks like.
• How to turn distractions into great breaks between your focused work.
• Why focus is a skill that anybody can develop and train.
• The danger of being obsessed with the outcome instead of long-term repetition.
• Controlling your focus so it creates the life you want and doesn’t steal dreams.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Good to Great
Voss Coaching Co

Voss Coaching Co on LinkedIn
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Voss Coaching Co on Facebook

Mykie Stiller on LinkedIn

Mykie Stiller on Instagram
Arash Vossoughi on LinkedIn

Arash Vossoughi on YouTube