5 Steps to being more effective
Distractions have a major impact on anything we do at work and at home. Unfortunately, technology has only increased and magnified these distractions. In the past we’ve had to deal with just the phone and the walk-ins that break down our ability to stay focused and get things done. Now it is emails, social media, and a whole range of interrupters that we have to overcome. Most people have no agenda to work with each day, rather we check our emails and work on whatever arrives in our in-box giving it our immediate attention. This results in unproductive days, dissatisfaction at the end of it and a declining sense of accomplishment. Following is a simple set of habits that can help reduce distraction, stay focused and get the important things done.
Think Time To get away from the chaos, start each morning by spending 10 – 15 minutes thinking and planning your day. Some of us achieve this by meditation, a morning run or walk or just sitting alone with a pen and paper. Practice this habit …
