Interruptions at the office are less likely to impact one on a mission. By implementing this strategy-set, advancing beyond the interruptions is only the beginning. At heart, this is about embarking on a crusade towards a highly-efficient human being. Take proactive measures to keep interruptions out of your way.
5 Simple Steps to Reduce Interruptions in the Workplace
Interruptions do not merely take up precious time, but detract from the quality of your output. In order to engage—to stay focused—and deliver to the very best of your ability, you must have a methodology for handling unnecessary distractions. By implementing these 5 steps, you will be ready to deal with whatever comes your way and notice a significant improvement to your productivity.
Announcing the Winner of the 2015 Survey!
A key finding from this year’s survey is procrastination is a major obstacle to being productive. Nearly half of the respondents to OfficeTime’s survey said they feel they spend too much time putting off doing more productive or necessary tasks each day.
A Twist on the “How to be More Productive” endless lists!
It takes an average of 26 minutes to recover from trivial interruptions. Here are some tips to reclaim that wasted time, use our space most efficiently, and develop a mindset to focus on our most important tasks.
What is Luxafor?
Luxafor is an LED indicator that connects to your computer through a USB port or via Bluetooth, and shows your availability or notifies you about important information, like incoming emails or calendar reminders.
7 Ways to Help You Stay Motivated
Nothing should stop you from preparing budgets and plans of action, but take it one day at a time. Live to the fullest each day, being present to all turns of your business and customers.
Select slowly and surround yourself with positive people; negativity is toxic. The process is continuous; the larger your elite group of positive people is around you, the longer the amount of time you will stay motivated.
Would your Audience Listen to You and Take Action?
Speaking is a very serious business, and you should never underestimate the need to practice. My father gave thousands of sermons in his life. Even at his level of knowledge and experience he never skipped spending hours in preparing and rehearsing his weekly message. Practice will enable to deliver your comments the exact way you have planned and to deliver your story and the call to action with grace and inspiration.
The Importance of Time Management in Achieving a Work-Life Balance
Discipline is the key to success; “excuse” is the enemy. Do you want to always live under pressure and jeopardize your success, happiness and most importantly your health? Record the activities (beginners do this daily-if seasoned, you can plan weekly or even monthly) in writing and let your accountability partner know.
The TOP 3 Tips for Time Management. #1, The Daily Night Cap.
Before I pack up for the day and close shop, I take a few minutes and jot down the Top 3 Items that I need to accomplish in order to really move my business forward. These items are not visions or ideas, but short-term, achievable, actionable steps that will move my goals to the next plateau. I might repeat an item multiple days sometimes, but I’m clear on what part should be completed each day. It is important to schedule time to complete these Top 3 items – hopefully in about 4 hours time.
Is Your Body Language Significant to your Employees’ Interaction?
Use Eye Contact to convey confidence, attention, and interest. What do the employees see? To begin with, your clothing must represent your position. I always preached a firm and yet friendly handshake (see previous blog); your grip must be firm but not tight; two shakes with a sincere smile while maintaining eye contact. Be aware of your posture; it should air of confidence and interest-involvement in the conversation.