Are you a writer or creative who is easily distracted and looking for ways to boost your productivity? I’m not a professional, I’m very much a work in progress, and I certainly don’t have all the answers. However, as an adult diagnosed with ADHD, I have experimented with a variety of tips and hacks for getting more done. These strategies have helped me to get more focused and get things done.
Do I do them all the time or all at once? No. But having a list of ways of working that improve my ability to stay focused and moved forward—particularly when I’m on a stressful deadline—is immensely helpful.
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Download Ten Productivity Hacks for Easily Distracted Writers below. Start with the strategies that appeal to you the most. Tweak to fit your needs. For instance, if you prefer a longer or shorter Pomodoro session, try it. And when you find that something works for you, be sure to record it on the Productivity Strategies That Work for Me sheet below. Or, if you prefer paper planners, like me, keep your running list of items in your planner or journal. Just be sure to consult it at least once a week as a refresher.
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