Take Back Your Productivity

Technology has transformed the way we live, work and play. It is undeniably a force for good in the world. However, on a personal level, it can sub-optimize, or even get in the way of us fully living our lives and doing our jobs.

This is the companion post to my keynote address, “Is Your Technology Destroying Your Team’s Productivity”.

Here are TEN ways, that you can keep technology from getting in your way:

Turn Off Notifications Everywhere.

Remove Social Media From Your Phone.

Run Your Phone In Do Not Disturb Mode.

In your calendar software, set default late start or early end times on all your meetings.

Practice Asynchronous Communications.

Block Your Calendar With Time To Focus On Specific Tasks.

Block Time Solely For The Purpose Of Doing Deep Focused Work.

Take Lunch, Take Walks, Take Breaks.

Educate Your Team About Your Real Availability.

Start Conversations About Email, Calendar and Chat etiquette and expectations.

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