Last week, I mentioned that you can use an applied focus technique to get more accomplished during your work at home day. The article I mentioned, from Advanced Life Skills, also included some helpful tips for things you can do to help you increase your focus. Here are some of the suggestions that may help you limit distractions and increase your productivity:

* Have only one window open on your computer.

* Time your applied focus sessions.

* Get up from your work station. I like this one. During your periodic breaks, leave your home office and go elsewhere. It will help refresh you.

* Prepare ahead of time. The example offered by Advanced Life Skills suggests that you do research in one session, and then do any writing or another task in another session.

* Plan email and phone calls for their own session.

Can you think of other ways that help you stay focused?