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Ep. 338: Why You’re Always Distracted

Deep Questions with Cal Newport

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Prioritize Inbox Efficiency Over Immediate Response

To effectively minimize unscheduled interruptions from messages, prioritize dedicated sessions for handling inbox tasks rather than responding in real-time. This may initially require longer and more frequent inbox sessions, but it leads to reduced back-and-forth communication throughout the day. Organizing messages by category—such as project-related or logistical questions—can streamline this process, allowing for focused work on similar items consecutively, thus enhancing productivity.

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