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Dear Andrea Csilla,
23 minutes is a magic number. As you learned in my previous newsletter, it takes the average professional 23 minutes to refocus after an interruption (Source: University of California study). Interestingly, the following routine also revolves around 23 minutes—and it’s what helped overwhelmed leaders like Sarah, a retail chain manager, reclaim 17 weekly hours with this simple ritual:
Science-Backed Solution: The Reset Protocol
- Morning Alignment (5 min):
- List 3 MITs (Most Important Tasks)
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Note 1 distraction to avoid ("I will not check email before 11 AM")
Midday Reset (3 min):
- Breathe deeply while reviewing progress
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Adjust priorities using the Eisenhower Matrix
Evening Transition (15 min):
- Capture loose ends in "Open Loops" document
- Set tomorrow's intention ("Tomorrow is for client growth")
Why It Works:
Our brains crave closure. By systematically "closing" mental tabs, you reduce cognitive load by up to 40% (Journal of Cognitive Enhancement). Sarah's team now completes projects 30% faster using this method.
Your Action:
Download my free Focus Audit Template to implement this today.
P.S. Want personalized help adapting this to your team? Book a free 30-minute Team Productivity & Well-Being Strategy Session
Have a productive day!
Andrea
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