The word for the week is "Interruptions.” Everything takes longer than expected and it’s usually because of unplanned interruptions. It’s a fact that refocusing after an interruption takes valuable time and is unproductive. About twenty years ago, I began planning for interruptions. Boy did it make my life easier. I was less frustrated and overwhelmed because I added in time for interruptions on my things to-do list. If I knew something would take me an hour to complete, I planned for two. If by some miracle I wasn’t interrupted, I could move to the next item on the list. I also learned to handle interruptions without being too rude. The t elephone is a great tool if used effectively. Learn to interrupt politely—“how can I help you today?” I’m so sorry, but I must get back to this project, can we schedule a time to talk later? Turn off the sound on your email account. When focused on a task, I turn off th...
This blog is written for you, the busy leader who is tasked to find time to strengthen your leadership skills, attend to your family and contribute in a meaningful way to your community. Each week I ask you to press the pause button to focus and evaluate what is important and what, if anything, you can do about anything. Consider me your accountability partner and on-demand leadership coach. I offer personal insights and perspectives to challenge your thinking and change any limiting thoughts.