The Focused CPA: Finding Focus in the Age of Distraction

Overview:

One of the most prevalent challenges in today’s workplace is maintaining focus amidst constant interruptions. The significance of focus for CPAs has never been more crucial, yet it seems increasingly difficult to achieve. The technology we have access to offers unprecedented productivity through easy access to information, systems, and people. However, it also has the unfortunate consequence of overwhelming us with an excessive amount of information, disrupting our focus. We live in an era of distraction, characterized by the steady and abundant input from various devices, programs, apps, and social media connections, all of which contribute to a fog of distraction.

In this course you will gain insights into why we are so easily distracted and understand the internal processes occurring in our brains. You will also learn five practical tools you can immediately implement to enhance your focus.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completing this course, you should be able to: 

• Identify 30 to 90 minutes of ‘found’ time in your daily routine
• Create 90 minutes of more productive work during your workday
• Differentiate between important and unimportant work
• Recognize and choose wisely where to allocate and maintain your focus
• Develop new habits necessary for maintaining focus after the course
• Increase end-of-day satisfaction and joy in life

Who Will Benefit: 

CPAs, including CFOs, managers, senior accountants, and partners who are overwhelmed by the busy, noisy world we live in.