Distractions are Everywhere!
I was watching the news the other day, and one of the stories revolved around the new “Texting While Driving” laws. The reporter stated that drivers were 4 times more likely to be involved in an accident while being distracted by texting.
So, if distractions are such an issue to the point where the government has imposed laws to prevent them, why do business owners continue to allow distractions in their workplace?
Interruptions are everywhere. Email, coworkers, nagging to-do’s. Not only does the distraction itself take time from your day, you’ll lose even more time refocusing on your original task. Clients sometimes tell me they feel like they’re busy during the day, but haven’t accomplished anything. Usually, distractions are to blame.
Time management principles can be utilized to minimize most interruptions, and many times the solution includes communication with your staff and clients – and a little bit of self discipline. Don’t let constant distractions wreak your business!
