Hyperfocus: How to Work Less to Achieve More by Chris Bailey – Paperback Edition

Transform Your Productivity with Hyperfocus: The Science of Deep Work and Intentional Focus

About the Book

Hyperfocus: How to Work Less to Achieve More is your roadmap to mastering the most valuable skill of the 21st century—attention management. Productivity expert Chris Bailey combines cutting-edge neuroscience research with practical strategies to help you take control of your focus, minimize distractions, and create space for what truly matters. This isn’t about working harder; it’s about working intentionally and making every moment count.

From the Back Cover

“The ability to focus is the hidden key to productivity, creativity, and success. Learn to master it, and you’ll transform not just your work—but your entire life.”

About the Author

Chris Bailey is an internationally recognized productivity expert and bestselling author whose work has been featured in The New York Times, GQ, and TED. After graduating with honors in business, he dedicated a year to experimenting with productivity techniques and sharing his findings with millions of readers worldwide. His evidence-based approach combines rigorous research with real-world application, making complex concepts accessible and actionable for anyone seeking to improve their focus and efficiency.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is perfect for professionals, entrepreneurs, students, and anyone who feels overwhelmed by constant distractions and endless to-do lists. If you struggle to concentrate on important tasks, find yourself multitasking without real progress, or want to reclaim your time and mental energy, Hyperfocus provides the framework you need. It’s especially valuable for remote workers, creatives seeking deeper engagement with their craft, and leaders who want to model intentional productivity for their teams.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the main difference between hyperfocus and regular focus?
Hyperfocus is an intentional state of deep concentration on a single meaningful task while deliberately filtering out all distractions. Unlike regular focus which can be passive, hyperfocus involves actively directing your attention to what matters most and sustaining that attention for extended periods to produce higher-quality work.

Q: How long does it take to improve focus using techniques from this book?
Most readers notice improvements within the first week of applying Bailey’s attention management strategies. Building strong hyperfocus habits typically takes 3-4 weeks of consistent practice, but even small changes—like reducing phone notifications or time-blocking focused work sessions—deliver immediate benefits to your concentration and productivity.

Q: Is Hyperfocus suitable for people with ADHD or attention challenges?
Yes, the book’s science-based strategies are helpful for anyone struggling with attention management, including those with ADHD. Bailey focuses on practical environmental changes, attention training exercises, and realistic approaches that work with your brain rather than against it, making the techniques adaptable to different cognitive styles.

Q: Does this book cover digital distraction and smartphone addiction?
Absolutely. Bailey dedicates significant attention to managing digital distractions, offering specific strategies to reduce smartphone dependency, handle notifications, manage email overload, and create technology boundaries that protect your focus. You’ll learn how to use devices intentionally rather than letting them control your attention.

Q: Can I apply hyperfocus techniques if I work in a busy office environment?
Yes, the book provides strategies specifically designed for real-world work environments with interruptions and collaborative demands. You’ll learn how to communicate your focus needs, create portable focus rituals, protect time blocks for deep work, and balance concentration with necessary collaboration—all while working within typical office constraints.