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.

This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI