Deep Work #4 - Avoiding distractions often requires you to train those who distract you.

To enter into a highly productive state of deep work, you have to master the ability to shut out distractions. Unfortunately, not all of the distractions you deal with are inanimate. Sometimes, it's people that vie for your attention. That's makes controlling your environment a little more difficult. Whether those human distractions are customers or well-meaning family members, it's important you find a way to carve out the time to focus on the important things you need to accomplish to move your business forward. In this episode, we learn some techniques for training the folks around you to give you the space you need to do the things you need to do to reach your dreams.