3. Break your day into blocks.
Instead of multi-tasking, start devoting a block of time to a single activity. This way you’re giving that task your full attention and are able to complete it before moving-on to something else.
For example, you could block-out nine a.m. to noon for work. During this block of time you do nothing else except work. If you have emails or calls to return, then block out a time for that task. Also, blocking out time for lunch will help you prevent yourself from scheduling anything during this time you need to recharge.
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