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| Dec 01 2019 Interruptions ... or the Killer of Productivity |
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A few weeks ago, NACM had a training In It To
Win It. The sessions were all great, but one topic covered has really stuck
with me. Beth Ziesenis (Beth Z), yournerdybestfriend.com,
played a trivia game with us. One of the questions dealt with how long after
being interrupted does it take to get back to full productivity. The average is
25 minutes, post interruption, to become productive again. If I were speaking
in person, I would pause for effect at this moment. 25 minutes. If your workspace is anything like mine, it
is a revolving door of interruptions and distractions. It seems as if just when
I am getting back on task, another interruption derails my schedule. One thing
that Beth Z suggested is to actually plan and write out the schedule for the day;
allotting time for various tasks. For example: 8-9 email Additionally, setting boundaries with co-workers
wherein you say something similar to "I am in the middle of a project right
now, but if you come back at 1 or 4, I can help you with that request." What a
foreign concept for me. So, I admit to being intrigued. As I sat in that
meeting, I ordered a different planner to try it out wherein I can schedule my
day in full. It does not always work like I intend, or Beth
Z encouraged. That being said, I am surprised by the overall efficacy in my daily
work life. There always are situations that cannot be delayed, and
interruptions will need to happen. But overall, and generally speaking,
planning my projects with times outlined rather than a general to-do list has
improved and increased my productivity. The part of the plan that has surprised
me most, is the number of people who figure out their issue on their own, and
do not come back at 1 or 4. I am hopeful that in the upcoming weeks and
months, this newfound formula for scheduling and setting boundaries in my workday
will allow me to be more productive ... at least until I learn a new trick! So,
here's to fewer interruptions and a super productive end to 2019/beginning of
2020.
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