Whenever I need to do work that the boss needs to see asap, somehow I fail to get distracted by all the usual suspects (e.g. HN). But whenever work is light or

Whenever I need to do work that the boss needs to see asap, somehow I fail to get distracted by all the usual suspects (e.g. HN). But whenever work is light or I'm stuck on a bug or something then yes, it is a problem. Look at when and why you lose focus, and try to fix your issues on a case by case basis. Focus and attention is a reservoir that is depleted slowly. The more you structure your habits, to avoid distractions in the first place (to a point where focusing doesn't require force of will) the better you will get at this. But it is never ever perfect so don't beat yourself up if you slip.