How to boost your Productivity using Monks Mode

Sue discusses the challenges of balancing the use of mobile phones as a busy mom and entrepreneur. She explores the guilt associated with constantly checking the phone for social media updates and emails, while also acknowledging the importance of being active on social media for business purposes. Sue introduces the concept of "monk's mode," a trend aimed at reducing distractions and increasing focus. She shares tips and strategies for entering monk's mode, such as using apps like Headspace and creating a distraction-free work environment.  KEY TAKEAWAYS The concept of "monk's mode" is introduced as a trend to help individuals focus and minimise distractions. Sue suggests using apps like Headspace, One Sec, or Cold Turkey to enter monk's mode and limit phone usage. By understanding the why and what of their tasks, individuals can prioritise and focus on the most important tasks. Creating a conducive environment is highlighted as a key factor in achieving monk's mode.  Rewards help maintain motivation and make the work feel more fulfilling. BEST MOMENTS "Now, apparently we check our phones every four minutes on average, as 58 times another study said a day. Wow, that is an addiction, isn't it?"  "When you start a business or when you're trying to build up your personal brand, you're on social media because you have to be. But it's like a catch-22 because you're often in the middle of other things that you're trying to do."  "Removing things out of plain sight will really help you. Like take the biscuit tin away from the side in the kitchen, whatever it is that's distracting you."  "I make sure my environment is such that I have my water glass, I have my laptop open, my gear is set up, my mic is always permanently set up, attached and connected to everything that it needs to be. The light is there. It's all there. I don't need to come and set it up every time."  VALUABLE RESOURCES Download my FREE guide on how to become a lifestyle entrepreneur https://sueparker.io/how-to-start-lifestyle-business-lm Visit my website https://sueparker.io Be part of my community https://sue.team/ Follow me on Instagram or TikTok @Iamsueparker [email protected]  I’m a successful career mum turned entrepreneur (soon to be author..) and speaker.  I was one of a few corporate women in tech who was successful to reach a level before hitting my head firmly on the glass ceiling. All while I was constantly having to choose between my kids and my career.  I was burnt out, overwhelmed and unfulfilled. I wasn’t living, I was surviving and this outdated corporate career path wasn’t serving anyone.  I took everything I learnt about systems, data and technology and created my first online business empowering leaders through training, webinars and coaching. Before finally accepting my calling to help others escape the outdated 9-5 and create a business that works for their life. Leveraging mindset and technology.