I used to think deep focus was just about willpower. Grab a coffee, switch off notifications, and boom—you’re a productivity ...

Then, divide these tasks into categories, with "do it later" items to the right and deep focus "do it now" tasks to the left. This technique creates deep pockets of uninterrupted focus.

Holly Riesco, a recent Ph.D. graduate; Megan Grizzle and Katie Hill, both doctoral students; and Chris Goering, a professor of English education, released a new book with lessons and activities for ...