What could you accomplish if you improved your ability to focus?Imagine what your life would be like if:
You had the satisfaction of completing your goalsYou had perfect clarity on your priorities and your daily decisions were aligned with themYou had a system to manage the countless distractions coming at you each dayFocused as a Bee tells the story of Sydney, an ambitious young woman who is feeling overwhelmed with work and life.
Constant distractions, a lack of clear priorities, and the failure to make progress on her goals are wreaking havoc on her self-confidence and work satisfaction. The future she envisions seems out of reach. She carries guilt for not improving her career success, but figuring out what needs to change remains a challenge she hasn’t yet overcome. And now she has a new distraction… A swarm of honeybees in her backyard!
Reaching out to her beekeeping best friend Alicia, Sydney hopes she will get rid of them ASAP. Instead, Alicia invites Sydney to explore how the work of the bees might offer insights on improving her current work life dilemma.
As Sydney becomes comfortable with the bees, she realizes that the secret to their incredible productivity and success lies in their ability to focus. With Alicia’s guidance, Sydney learns six permissions that enable her to:
Complete her “one jobs” and stay focused on outcomesReduce the temptation to shift her attention to less important activitiesMake changes to stay present in any momentBe patient with herself as she applies these new skillsFocused as a Bee is a fun and essential guide for those tired of the status quo.
Aren’t you ready to experience the buzz of success more often?
Jones Loflin is president of Helping Others Prepare for Excellence Inc. As a keynote speaker for three decades, he has empowered countless individuals to make better choices with their time, enabling them to thrive both professionally and personally.
Jones’s innovative approaches to leadership and time management have garnered global recognition. His client list includes Federal Express, Choice Hotels, Clayton Homes, Saudi Aramco, and the United States military.
Focused as a Bee is Jones’s fifth book. His other books include Always Growing, Juggling Elephants, Getting to It, and Getting the Blue Ribbon.
Sydney Loflin is currently completing a degree in agricultural science at North Carolina State University, where she is a Park Scholar. Her passion for agriculture and natural resources has been evident from a young age, demonstrated through her active participation in 4-H and FFA. Sydney has served as the North Carolina State 4-H Secretary-Treasurer and the North Carolina FFA President.
In addition to her academic and extracurricular achievements, Sydney is a BASF Collegiate Ambassador. She is pursuing a career in agricultural communications or public relations.
Sydney is also a certified Enneagram coach, helping others understand their unique perspective and how to thrive in work and life.
