Mental presence is essential to respond to people appropriately. Before entering a conversation take a moment, no matter how brief, to clear your mind. Go through this short routine:
We all wander off sometimes when we listen to someone or jump to conclusions to keep interactions short. Minimize the likelihood of this happening and stay engaged by:
Many of us have the attention span of a labrador puppy, and notifications, messages, and other external noises interfere with our levels of engagement – so make it easier on yourself and cut out these distractions by:
It’s easy to find yourself trying to do too much with too little time, then becoming more transactional in your interactions with people as a result – but this is likely to lead to less clarity and collaboration, and more misunderstandings and conflicts. Avoid this through simple steps to be more ‘present’ and less distracted.
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