Why I'm able to work 12 hours a day with 100% focus

Why I'm able to work 12 hours a day with 100% focus - 6 ONE-MINUTE Habits

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Honestly, my secret weapon in life has been the ability to focus more intensely and for longer than the vast majority of other people. Intense focus, leading to a better understanding of concepts and mental clarity, IS THE SKLL that got me outstanding grades at Cambridge University and keeps me at the top of my game in my job as a corporate lawyer 🔥
So, in this video, I share some of the tiny one-minute habits that keep me focused working 12-14 hour days as a corporate lawyer at a top London law firm. These "micro habits" are individually small tweaks to your daily routine, but together and over time, they compound to have a hugely positive impact on your ability to work for long hours in a state of flow. So yeh, prepare to have your focus and concentration radically improved by a handful of magical habits 🙌
00:00 6 One-Minute Habits That Keep Me Focused
00:52 Time Yourself To Distraction
02:42 Set Personal Deadlines
04:45 Plan to Work in Waves
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07:37 Smile
09:42 Set a Daily Non-Negotiable
10:01 Plan at the End of your Day
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About Me
I'm a lawyer, part-time KZfaqr, son, brother, startup founder, fiancé, black coffee drinker and plant dad. I graduated from Cambridge University (where I studied French and Spanish), topped my law school class and now work for a corporate law firm in London as a trainee solicitor (which takes up a lot of my time)!
Around that, I'm a big fan of discovering new ways of thinking, of balancing work with life, and of performing to the very best of my ability. Ohh, and being happy. And I try to share all that on this KZfaq channel 😀
Fun fact: I believe we massively overplay the role of “natural talent” 😮 AND… I also believe that TOGETHER, WE ARE ALL CAPABLE OF POSITIVITY, PRODUCTIVITY AND SUCCESS.
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Disclaimer:
Information, views and opinions depicted in this video are my own. Information visible on screens or in documents does not relate to my work as a lawyer for clients.

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@TechMGC 10 ай бұрын

The last habit tip was so helpful, especially for me. I used to have a hard time falling asleep because I would spend hours thinking about what I need to do the next day. Now, I just follow the tip and it has made a huge difference.

@samueldavidvisuals2595 10 ай бұрын

This is the first video of yours I have seen, and I really enjoy what you're doing. I like your style of narration and storytelling, as well the content you are actually presenting. These are really great and doable tips, rather than the usual productivity KZfaq outlining a whole crazy schedule. You could easily take even just one of these tips and benefit greatly from it. I also like your transparency, especially when talking about timing your focus, it made you and the video feel more relatable - while you still mantain your authority in the subject due to your tips being so good. Currently watching your brand ad for the backpacks, and honestly I love it. The fact that the one ad in this video is for your own brand, incredibly inline with your niche and demographic, and done in a very cool way with the bags being recycled. It doesn't feel so much like a normal ad, it is actually congrusive to the video, selling what seems to be a legitimately good product, that is also good for the earth. I love it man, keep it up. You got a sub from me

@charlotte.from.shropshire 8 ай бұрын

Just a quick word of encouragement - your videos are simply the very best I have ever seen. 100% pro, entertaining, charming and educational. Well done x

@JCNNRT 11 ай бұрын

This was a great video, thanks for sharing. Im going to implement the timer, as when I time block, I think I’m overly ambitious about how long I can stay focused for maybe timing myself will help me plan on my day more effectively knowing that I can really only focus for 45 to 90 minutes at a time

@jamarjobs Жыл бұрын

The thing I love about your videos is they are not just a list of a bunch of good ideas. This is value rich content that I can actually take into my real life and apply starting tomorrow morning. I’m so happy I found this channel. Keep up the good work. Thank you.

@ClaireDobransky Жыл бұрын

Wow that bit about the Sydney Opera House! Great tips thank you.

@abdelrahmanrashed2534 Жыл бұрын

the 30 sec intro made me sub holy shit that was an awesome video intro, you made it to the point without even talking

@progressivedemagogue8480 11 ай бұрын

You’re so organised it’s amazing

@gaurangagg 3 күн бұрын

Amazing Tips, Liam! Thank you so much :)

@GD-vu8hk Жыл бұрын

I loved the video! I am trying to apply each of these tips to improve the quality of my days.

@bernardnaques2951 Жыл бұрын

Really cool vidéo ! I'll watch it tomorrow

@ozieedpxx8389 Жыл бұрын

Yooo the editing is dope!! I hope the youtube algorithm notices this

@user-qv9ew2tr6k Жыл бұрын

love the edit!

@olivercross3684 Жыл бұрын

First-time viewer and subscribed to the first video. Great content.

@shekrahman2118 11 ай бұрын

Just bought the bag, and this video has been super helpful, thank you.

@MAdnanS110 Жыл бұрын

Very inspiring personality and amazingly done video!thank you!

@EmpoweredUniverse Жыл бұрын

"The training was hard, but i told myself suffer now, and live the rest of your life like a champion “ - Muhammad Ali The best part of staying focused like this is that you can work really hard for only 2, 3 years and set up the rest of your life

@bhagyasri2073 Жыл бұрын

GREAT EDITING!

@TinaMondelia Жыл бұрын

The editing and energy in this video >>>

@hannahbrown1487 Жыл бұрын

Productivity gains mean I work 6 hours a day maximum most of the time. The hustle is culture is dead. No one wants to work 12 hours a day unless they have to. 😅

@hannahbrown1487 Жыл бұрын

And i don’t multi task 😂

@paulb5680 Жыл бұрын

Life is way too short for that.

@ahmedsaleem5357 Жыл бұрын

Your editing man>>>>>❤❤❤

@GabrielPereira-lh6tx Жыл бұрын

I am Brazilian. And I love your video productions

@salmanmakhlooq4467 Жыл бұрын

Great video! 👍🏻

@ashleytrue7678 Жыл бұрын

I sat outside yesterday and set the timer for 15 minutes, Ended up being out for 35! It felt good after walking to get a coffee. I need to do this more for walks and getting outside.

@deusvultpictures6550 Жыл бұрын

Who is proud of working 12 hours a day? I did a 10 hour shift once and swore to myself that I would never do that again

@jeanmax1me Жыл бұрын

it's not a question of proud or not. the longer you work the more you get done, the more money you make. it's working toward goals. if you work 8 hours/day your goals are so far away compared to someone who work let's say 14 hours/day, and you just can't compete with that person. obviously this is not for everyone, but the more you grind the quicker you will achieve your financial or professional goals. this is how some people retire at 30 years old, because they work 2 high-paying jobs, one in a company one as a freelancer, 15 hours/day for 10 years, and one morning they wake up as 31 years old with $2M saved up.

@ganeshkulkarni2152 11 ай бұрын

Did 27 hours once..I'll do it again if I get the money I got that time ..

@Blashmack 11 ай бұрын

@@jeanmax1meyou're just going to burn out working 15 hours a day for 10 years.

@DarrenCampbellmusic Жыл бұрын

Those noises in the intro are soo soo sooo satisfying

@gialamhuynh5448 Жыл бұрын

Awesome ! Thank you Liam !

@piccolaradge8333 Жыл бұрын

The intro was 👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾

@michal_codes Жыл бұрын

Writing my todo list in the evening was a game changer. My morning personality is way too ambitious than my evening one and I was always over-committing when I was planning in the mornings 😁

@densitydad Жыл бұрын

This is a great idea as I'm a night owl. Might be able to better guide morning me

@BrickTemplar Жыл бұрын

I tried writing the to-do lists but I always do whatever is more pressing instead.

@pearlhabor7993 Жыл бұрын

So helpful for my investment banking life too lol btw u look great in suite !

@marianapadilla9634 Жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you!

@av1623 Жыл бұрын

Great video 💯

@jessbooth5495 Жыл бұрын

Well said!

@henrik_jakobsson 3 ай бұрын

Perfect!

@mmcmsp Жыл бұрын

Me too. One vyvanse and I’m good to go!

@PonPremium Жыл бұрын

just new here! Thank you for your contents, Love it!

@yoursocialmediaassistant-d1827 11 ай бұрын

Great tips thank you

@candicelondon 2 ай бұрын

liam is like the coolest guy

@ivarivano Жыл бұрын

Nice one, thanks.

@dawnfmEnthusiast Жыл бұрын

Captivating intro!

@jessbooth5495 Жыл бұрын

Clear, informative and concise. 👏A rate trifecta to be found on KZfaq Thank you for sharing your tips.

@Gester143 11 ай бұрын

The time to distraction is awesome :O

@EMMASAUDIOS Жыл бұрын

Editing has really leveled up, liam. Amazing!

@BrickTemplar Жыл бұрын

The big takeaway from Liam's videos is to outsource some work like video editing! Also cleaning, cooking and ironing, and spend the rest of your day and the weekends with your family, travel and work out.

@olivier3516 Жыл бұрын

I’ll apply this to studying too

@DA-wr9uy 9 ай бұрын

subbed. good video

@Roy.Abhishek Жыл бұрын

Woah, the editing is on a whole other level.

@beyourahi Жыл бұрын

one of the best intro ever

@aziztursunov1902 Жыл бұрын

Editing is 100 out of 10

@MUZKF47 Жыл бұрын

He needs to chill a little

@aaronvalentino4698 Жыл бұрын

Backpacks are a cool idea would love to know how the logistics of getting the bottles into her backpack happen

@Sabuya100 Жыл бұрын

Do you have any video about book recommendations? It would be so helpful!

@dil8849 Жыл бұрын

Another one I think is underrated is a good morning routine. When I found myself rushing in the morning I was less focused in the day, since I woke up earlier and had a more relaxing morning I was more focused at work

@valeriemartinez3505 8 ай бұрын

I need to do 12 hours a day to catch up with life been depressed for a while,the method that works for me is get up do 20 minutes and then rest for 5 or 10 it helps but I need to push myself harder

@aergia9610 Жыл бұрын

Amazing little nuggets! Will try to incorporate those to my daily routines starting tomorrow!

@sarasawaed4770 Жыл бұрын

I get nervous when I study quietly without phone and solve wrongly constantly but when I study when I watch a series I'm more foucs to solve problems with right answers, the cons I spent longer time. Please I need help what can I do

@evanskelly3200 Жыл бұрын

Can we get a guide/ tips for summer interns/associates!!

@RAGEIndP Жыл бұрын

Kind of fascinating. On the one hand some countries discuss 4-day workweeks to reduce pressure to employes and help regaining as everyone keeps complaining about to much work On the other hand we have this guy.

@StudywithReform Жыл бұрын

The notion that still being in a state of flow and going past the pomodoro timer is terribly wrong. The point is to control your emotions and "how you feel" when doing things like studying. When you disregard the timer to take a break, you are essentially going based off of your own feelings, which pushes away from discipline. This is why it is extremely important to take that break even if you feel like working more. Same thing goes for still working even if you feel like taking a break.

@anautismjournal Жыл бұрын

Could you do a video on how you do your to do list? I’ve seen your Trello videos, etc, but I just wonder how you remember to do it all, prioritise, etc. thanks

@onCrusade Жыл бұрын

the intro gave me anxiety. this is what hell on earth is for me

@SweetMoon87 11 ай бұрын

The intro 🤌🏻

@lilybliblablubb5023 Жыл бұрын

I don't want to work focused for 12 hours though, gotta have some free time and hobbies man

@benserkowski4663 Жыл бұрын

Same here all that extra cash gets taxed anyways

@DEMZY1 Жыл бұрын

For a lot of us work is that hobby 😅

@asherwade Жыл бұрын

What you've described sounds like the training routine of a 100m Sprinter, whereas ('and', we all know the the story of the Tortoise-&-the Hare) I'm concerned for the, proverbial, 'loooong-term'; i.e. burnout or 'give-up' effect.

@saizk 10 ай бұрын

Man you're stimulating your mind and body by coffee, its actually not fair.

@minugany Жыл бұрын

Love the BRITA

@MilanMileticbgd Жыл бұрын

What is minimum to invest in stocks? And can you propose me site where to invest and in what? Thanks

@NikhilBhat1503 Жыл бұрын

Took me 25 distractions to get through this video :)

@kennethlimosnero2131 Жыл бұрын

Did Newport sponsored you this? Just need to know because I am buying the book. Thanjs

@rdmuller 8 ай бұрын

Is a menos back pack with a light colored like a light grey or equal comming? Because then I woukd buy one but i hate backpacks you cant find you stuff in because they are all black

@periteu Жыл бұрын

1:26 - im thinking about changing my daily use mouse to an ergonomic one. I wonder if your mouse is the best option for me.

@shuumishuum Ай бұрын

I can currently work 30 minutes for a time without being distracted, but going to try 45 minutes today to see how I do!

@ArunKumar-bf9bg Жыл бұрын

First time in my life, i had to reduce video speed to watch and understand 😅

@samporter-thomas2409 Жыл бұрын

The last point on notes for the next morning has been a game-changer for me. Such a good tip

@angelachanellehuang5663 Жыл бұрын

I work in Healthcare

@blgannon Жыл бұрын

The last thing I need is more productivity tips tbh but your storytelling/editing is so captivating that I’m gonna subscribe anyway. Well done

@Vwesno Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips! I love Endel for focus work ( a tip you shared in an earlier video) It’s so much easier to stay in the flow. Highly recommend!

@Donpablockb Жыл бұрын

“Because you work for the matrix and you do everything you can to protect it”

@tyraharris2090 2 ай бұрын

i just started a job where i work 12 hours twice a week and 8 hours twice a week. i will never in my life work 12 hour shifts. it’s ridiculously difficult for me.

@vikikeni1047 10 ай бұрын

I don't use my cell phone when I'm at work. Unless I'm on break. I focus on computer processing Delivery from shipments payments all day. & People don't understand other workloads. My deadline is 1 hr. We are human. & need to learn to cope.

@Yosya8059 Жыл бұрын

Interesting advice! Some of it is really unconventional, at least for me. I like the upword timer idea, smiling and one non-negotiable.

@charlenec.6166 Жыл бұрын

loving the new editing style! Informative video as always!

@JasonMolter Жыл бұрын

STEP 1: be around 30 years old and unencumbered by other life distractions that often come after this age.

@RachelFayLovelyDay Жыл бұрын

@simonelayton9597 Жыл бұрын

Yes, no mortgage, kids, emerging health issues, elderly parents with dementia to care for etc

@joelwillis2043 Жыл бұрын

These nonsense videos are the equivalent of porn. Nothing is realistic.

@paulmorra790 Жыл бұрын

Step 2: Apply these techniques realistically to your own situation rather than comparing yourself to others

@mikeherzhoff8972 Жыл бұрын

Very motivating clip! Beside the marketing of course 😁

@aju5868 Жыл бұрын

You would be a good film maker

@TheWorldMaker Жыл бұрын

Brilliant video, just some constructive feedback though - try to make it way less obvious that you are taking selfies in the thubnail.

@DarrenAllatt Жыл бұрын

Any chance on doing a larger Menos like a 25L or 30L with a soft internals that can use camera separators?

@phil.m Жыл бұрын

Why not listed on CC's website ? Still working there ?

@nimsilva9898 Жыл бұрын

i love this - made my day thank you:)

@rictr7421 11 ай бұрын

How about being more efficient? Finding ways to make more in less time for the same amount of money? I automate as many tasks as possible so I only work for 4 hours a day with a full time contract.

@eershadguness8094 Жыл бұрын

Whats the case you sre using for your phone?

@thoughtuk 10 ай бұрын

Thank you, very useful

@RachelFayLovelyDay Жыл бұрын

Love your videos Liam, and the product looks great. I hope you make enough money with KZfaq and Menos to be able to stop working such insane hours just making the partners in your law firm rich.

@mariahassan6641 Жыл бұрын

The backpacks look fantastic and so thoughtfully designed. It's also great how you've found a way to help the planet and support local workers through it. Well done!

@liam.porritt Жыл бұрын

Thank you Maria!! 🤗

@josefwagner2144 Жыл бұрын

Im working 16 hours at the moment, and I have the same habits, just this is not healty at all. I never was a Multitasker.

@wherestheparty_ Жыл бұрын

I thought we were over promoting hustle culture but I guess I was wrong 🤷‍♀

@Chemflo48818 Жыл бұрын

Great video. I’ve found that eating a low sugar, protein based breakfast has been really beneficial for maintaining energy levels throughout the day. It evens out the peaks and troughs and let’s you focus more effectively. This could be a simple two egg omelette or protein shake.

@sameerchawla5996 Жыл бұрын

0:24 0:26

@sameerchawla5996 Жыл бұрын

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@benrisman8467 Жыл бұрын

combining the personal deadline with the non-negotiable works quite well. For example, Every day I go for a walk at 6pm (non-negotiable). I must therefore finish all my work by 6pm (personal deadline)

@amberhyland Жыл бұрын

Hi Liam, genuine question - does this not eventually burn you out? I struggle with anxiety and have tried to slow down so the prospect of being go-go-go seems super overwhelming.

@janesmith9024 Жыл бұрын

@@Sarandib22 I started in 1983. By doing the suggestions of Liam I think people can haev long healthy careers - get some exercise, try to get enough sleep etc It will ebb and flow over a long career and the worst for us was when we had 3 children under 4 and were both working full time so stopping work at mid night for example can mean you are up with a baby for 2 hours after that and every 2 hours every night for years. Lovely and cute though babies are they do add an extra harder bit to it all

@BrickTemplar Жыл бұрын

That’s what Liam is saying, that you need to find time for yourself after dealing with work asap.