The 15-Minute Chaos Carve A micro-ritual to regain control when everything feels messy. Minutes 1–
Minutes 1–2: Grounding Yourself
Minutes 3–5: Identify the Chaos
Minutes 6–8: Quick Wins
- Choose a task that takes less than 5 minutes.
- Examples: responding to an email, organizing a desk.
- Focus on tasks that provide immediate satisfaction.
- Complete the task without distractions for a quick win.
- Select a task that aligns with a team member's strengths.
- Clearly communicate the task and deadline.
- Provide any necessary resources or information.
- Check in briefly to ensure understanding and support.
- Choose the task you want to focus on.
- Set a timer on your phone or a timer app.
- Commit to working solely on this task for 2 minutes.
- Avoid distractions and maintain focus until the timer goes off.
Minutes 9–11: Re-establish Focus
- Take a moment to examine your written goals.
- Identify key tasks that support these goals.
- Prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Create a clear action plan for the remaining time.
- Set specific time blocks for each prioritized task.
- Remove unnecessary items from your desk.
- Organize essential tools and materials within reach.
- Close irrelevant tabs and applications on your devices.
- Use noise-canceling headphones if needed.
- Consider a minimalist approach for better clarity.
- Access settings on each device to disable notifications.
- Silence or turn off alerts for apps and emails.
- Set your status to 'Do Not Disturb' on communication apps.
- Inform colleagues of your focus time if necessary.
- Use a timer or app to maintain focused intervals.
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