- When interrupted ask yourself, what is more important, the task your are working on, or the interruption.
- Keep a task list on your desk, so you can focus on what you should be doing
- Keep the interruption short and to the point, by asking “What can I do for you?” and “By when.”
- Keep a record of who interrupts you. There may be a pattern.
- Be assertive. Tell people you have a deadline or are under pressure.
- Stand up while talking.
- Suggest another time, to talk, which is more convenient for you.
- Go to them- that way you can leave, when you want.
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