EP 101: Kill the Noise: Buy Back Your Time with FOCUS

In this episode of Properties to Profits, I dive into one of the biggest challenges every entrepreneur and investor faces today: distraction. From constant notifications to dopamine-driven social media loops, our attention is under siege. But what if you could reclaim just two hours of focused time each day—and in doing so, unlock an entire extra month each year for deep, productive work?

 

I share how I’ve been using the Opal app to engineer my environment, eliminate time-wasting triggers, and get laser-focused on the actions that move the needle in my real estate business. This isn’t just about cutting screen time—it’s about buying back your time and executing with intention. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just need a productivity boost, this is the episode for you.

 

Timeline Summary

[0:00] Introduction

[0:56] The digital world is designed to hijack your focus—and how that sabotages your goals

[1:53] The cost of distraction: how many days a year are you unintentionally giving away?

[2:42] Real estate use-cases for reclaimed time: more offers, more deals, more growth

[3:06] How to block out distractions and create deep work windows that work for you

[4:17] My personal setup with the Opal app to protect focus time in the morning and evening

[5:14] Using technology to fight back: how Opal rewards focus instead of feeding distraction

[6:21] Results you can expect: less screen time, more energy, and better sleep

[7:41] Why distraction, not failure, is the real enemy of greatness

 

3 Key Takeaways

1. Distractions are stealing valuable hours from your day—taking control of them can dramatically change your productivity.

2. Tools like the Opal app can help you lock in focus by scheduling access to attention-grabbing apps and rewarding deep work.

3. Reclaiming just two hours a day could give you an entire month back in your year—imagine what you could achieve with that time.

 

Links & Resources

Opal App – The focus tool I’m using to block distractions and reclaim my day

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