Involuntary distractions at the office

[...] Work happens in phases just like sleep does.

[...] What if they are doing something important?

1. No talk thrursday – pure silence
2. Communication via email. Only urgent stuff for face to face.
3. Just to cancel the next meeting.

See also: A Productive meeting.

See also: Can I work during Meeting?

1. Time boundaries. Start on time. End on time.
2. Relate on personal level.
3. Nobody should stay quiet or talk for too long.
4. Take blame to increase credibility and receive responsibility.
5. Share credit. Grow your ability to share credit.
6. Making people feel stupid isn’t productive.
7. Make and stick to an agenda.
8. Make sure you know why you are attending a meeting.
9. Regular meetings shall be structured and short.
10. Do not undermine.
11. Long meetings require scheduled breaks.
12. Stay focused on agenda and topic
13. Action items. Who’s is agreeing to do what and by when?

See also: Sales: Time Management by Bridget

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