Productivity

5 Ways to Instantly Become More Productive

Don't multi-task, focus on one task as a time until complete if practical
Turn off notifications - except emergency communication, setup and socialize urgent communication channels
Check email and IM periodically
Handle email, IM, etc once and complete any action to be done with them if practical
Prioritize
Declutter  / organize

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