Reason #6: A timer helps me minimize interruptions.
I can’t take credit for this idea. We talk about using timers in my A Better Way to Manage Your Workday workshop. In the workshop I give time for the attendees to brainstorm how they might use a timer to help them be more productive. One group shared that when they needed to focus, they would set a timer and make it visible to their colleagues (or your family if you work in a home office like I do). The visible timer quickly communicates that you are not accepting invitations AND communicates when you will be available again. Of course, it will require a little upfront communication – or at least a note by the timer so people understand – but the results are worth the effort! I especially loved this idea and now make sure everyone who attends that workshop hears it!
This is one of those instances when it is especially helpful if you use a large and/or very visual timer, like the Time Timer ®. Plus, picking one with a red face would clearly communicate STOP!
One of my favorite timers (right) is from Time Timer, a company in Cincinnati. In future newsletters, I’ll be sharing more about how helpful this timer can be in the workplace. If you’d like to pick one up, you can find it, along with some of my other favorite resources, on our Products page.
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