How do I manage distractions at work?
How do I manage distractions at work?
user
I can help you set up a system to manage your distractions, if that’s what you mean by managing distractions.  How would you like me to help?
assistant
Maybe give me some general advice and then we can discuss it after that.
user
Okay, here’s some advice to start with: it’s very easy to get sucked into a short distraction that’s easy to get distracted by, but it’s really important to only give in to distractions that are truly “important” and will help you do your work. So I suggest only checking your email and answering the most important phone calls. I also suggest you ask a trusted colleague or manager for permission before you take time to work on other projects. What do you think about that?
assistant
I think that will help. I will really try to limit my distractions this week.
user