The key to avoiding multitasking is to have control by properly prioritizing your tasks. So how do you prevent multitasking? Here are a few quick tips to help you.
- Have 1-2 priority tasks per day
- Work on the most important task first and do nothing else until it’s done with the exception of taking short breaks to stretch or grab water or a quick snack . Then move to the next important task.
- While you’re engaged in completing those tasks, avoid distractions. Turn off email notifications and whenever possible, the phone too. Set specific times to check email and to make and return phone calls.
- Place new items that come your way while you’re working in your inbox and tend to them later.
It may take a bit of time have these actions become habits, but it will pay off in the long run.