Before Breakfast Who's interrupting you?
Jul 18, 2025
Explore strategies to combat interruptions, both internal and external, that disrupt productivity. Learn how recognizing the dynamics of workplace distractions can help you reclaim your time. Delve into actionable tips to minimize self-inflicted distractions and enhance your focus. Discover the significance of tracking interruptions to create a more productive environment. Tackle the challenges of staying on task and find ways to enhance your overall workplace efficiency.
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Identify and Minimize Interruptions
- Track what tasks interrupt you and categorize interruptions as internal or external.
- Start by minimizing self-interruptions for better focus and productivity.
Internal vs External Interruptions
- External interruptions are often more obvious and frequent, but internal ones come from ourselves.
- Internal interruptions like checking email or getting coffee are within our control and easier to change.
Rethink Email and Text Urgency
- Email and texts are asynchronous and rarely require immediate response.
- Checking them constantly interrupts focus unnecessarily and should be controlled.
