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How to get an hour of free time August 26, 2009

If you have an office, and are constantly interrupted throughout the day, there is a simple thing you can do to get an hour or two uninterrupted.

Yes, an open door policy works well and can be good, however, it can distract and derail your thinking.

Invest in a $2 “Do Not Disturb” sign. While this does not always work, with training, the people in your office will get the message. You can also add a “Will return at X O’clock”.

Let everyone that visits the office know what you’re doing, and why.

Then be consistent. For example every three to four pm be unavailable. It might take a little time, but soon everyone will know you’re unavailable during those times.

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