According to a report from software company Unily, nearly half of employees are distracted at least once every 30 minutes during the workday.
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Ways to reduce distractions at work
- Avoid Multitasking: While many people assume multitasking improves productivity, our brains aren’t wired that way.
- Make Time For Structures Distraction: While it might seem counterintuitive, taking scheduled breaks during the day makes you more efficient.
- Eliminate Remote Work Distractions: Working from home comes with its own set of potential distractions. To stay focused, set up a dedicated workspace. That includes a desk and a pair of noise-canceling headphones.
- Implement Time Blocking: Time blocking allows you to divide your day into blocks of time. That way, you can dedicate each block to a specific task.
- Reduce Unnecessary Meetings
- Turn Off Notifications: Responding to every email, text and Slack message in real time may be tempting. Unfortunately, that approach can result in a serious loss of productivity.
- Set Boundaries With Colleagues: A talkative co-worker or someone who pings you constantly during the day can sap your productivity. To set healthy boundaries, let them know in advance that you only have a few minutes to chat. forbes.com
