Hey there, welcome to The Efficiency Lab: Proven Productivity Hacks. I'm Hazel, and today I want to talk directly to you about something I know you're wrestling with right now.

In this moment, on June 18th, 2025, I understand you're feeling overwhelmed. The digital landscape is buzzing, notifications are pinging, and your to-do list feels like a mountain that keeps growing instead of shrinking. Sound familiar?

Today, I'm going to share a productivity hack that's going to change how you approach your work: The 90/20 Focus Method. Think of this like training for a mental marathon, where you're designing sprints of pure, concentrated effort.

Here's how it works. You'll create 90-minute deep work blocks where you commit to zero distractions. Imagine your focus as a laser beam - precise, powerful, cutting through complexity. During these 90 minutes, you silence notifications, close unnecessary browser tabs, and create a sanctuary of concentration.

But here's the genius part - after each 90-minute block, you reward yourself with a 20-minute reset. This isn't just a break; it's a strategic recharge. Stand up, stretch, hydrate, maybe take a short walk. Your brain needs these moments of recovery to maintain peak performance.

Three additional tips to supercharge this method:

First, choose your most challenging task for the first 90-minute block. Your mental energy is strongest in the morning.

Second, create a physical environment that supports focus. Clear workspace, good lighting, maybe some ambient music that helps you concentrate.

Third, track your progress. Use a simple notebook or app to log your 90/20 blocks. Seeing your focused time accumulate is incredibly motivating.

Remember, productivity isn't about working harder - it's about working smarter. The 90/20 Focus Method is your personal productivity algorithm, designed to help you achieve more while preserving your mental bandwidth.

As you move through your day today, I want you to choose one task - just one - and apply this method. Feel the difference of sustained, intentional focus.

You've got this. Stay efficient, stay focused, and I'll see you in the next episode of The Efficiency Lab.