As a coach and facilitator, I’ve become convinced that everyone, regardless of their role, needs uninterrupted work time every day. But uninterrupted calendar blocks are hard to design into your schedule. Here, I share with you how I practice this skill.3 hours of focused work time per day.

Manage your expectations about what you can accomplish

When I improperly estimate my workload, I reset expectations with folks about what I can accomplish that day.

  • On lighter meeting days, I get longer projects done that require more brainpower and analyze which tasks took longer than expected or that I need to discuss with stakeholders.

Structure your work life to balance energy and goals

Know your internal clock

  • Honor your chronotype
  • Bucket your time
  • Go off the grid
  • Rely on peers
  • Reflect
  • At the end of each workday, observe how you spent your time and record what you accomplished

Build systems for these skills

Build a habit: Identify what you need to do to make this a reality and practice

  • Communicate: Share your intention with your team and manager so they know when you’re available and why these steps ultimately help you all meet your goals
  • Assess your work environment: Design your work to meet your role’s expectations and your colleagues’ expectations of you
  • Work backward to address what is in your control

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