Episode 125 - Interrupt Interruptions Before They Interrupt You
Heaven on Earth is when you can focus your time, talent and tools on solving challenges. But what about the irritating little interruptions that rob you of your power? Here are some smart tips that smart people in Pennsylvania shared with me.
Kevin Capatch of Huntingdon recommends, “Keep stuff on chairs in your office so people don’t make themselves at home.”
Jane Kile of Danville minimizes interruptions. She posts her calendar, including tasks she’s working on, on her computer. She writes, “My co-workers can check my schedule to determine the most likely times to meet. This decreases drop ins and time wasted on the phone playing phone tag.”
Joe Solomon of Pittsburgh has some clever suggestions: “Keep the coffee machine out of your office. Keep items all staff use in a common area [so you're not interrupted when Sally needs the paper cutter]. Use your beeper for emergency use only. Take an office set back from others” so you’re not in a high traffic area and inadvertently inviting interruptions.
There you have it. It’s a coincidence these smart people all live in Pennsylvania. Or is it?
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