Comments on: 9 Ways to Conquer Your Chaotic Workday

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By: ebog

ebog — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 08:48:00 +0000

I think to follow this advice is not too difficult, but it really will make you have to change some of their habits.

By: Vishnu

Vishnu — Sun, 02 Jun 2013 15:26:00 +0000

Sometimes you’ve got to say no and sometimes you’ve got to ask for help:) Yes, breathing is good in any situation – especially mindful breathing.

By: inez

inez — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:58:00 +0000

I study a lot, does not work sometimes I pause, listening to a song, something that makes me feel good! frame art

By: cassandrajank

cassandrajank — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:17:00 +0000

I find going for a lunchtime run helps me. It’s the only task I find that actually lets my brain focus on something different – everything else I find makes my mind go round and round in circles.

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By: kulls

kulls — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:36:00 +0000

Saying no helps .. that too when your colleagues pester you with some important urgent work. Breathing is another good option. Thank you
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Four Ways to Tackle a Chaotic Day - MediaJobsDaily — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:22:14 +0000

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By: Vishnu

Vishnu — Tue, 07 May 2013 06:36:00 +0000

Thanks for your comment Cecilia. Yes, in the craziness of a workday, we have to step back and take a breath or 20 sometimes. The extra oxygen by itself gives us a little bit of relief:) And like you say, gain control and refocus the rest of the day.

The only way to become better at saying ‘no’ is practicing saying no:) regularly!

By: Vishnu

Vishnu — Tue, 07 May 2013 06:28:00 +0000

haha yes, the advice works for all fields but especially politics and other high-stress jobs:) or high-stress people!! lol

Glad you set aside time to do email. It’s a real time-saver. Instant email replying is usually a big distraction during the day. Thanks for your comments, Razwana.

By: Vishnu

Vishnu — Tue, 07 May 2013 06:27:00 +0000

Glad your liked the tips Wendy. Yeah, saying no is hard to do but we usually end up being extremely thankful for having said no:) When we balance the benefits of having said no versus spending hours or days of our time, we usually come out ahead with the ‘say no’ strategy:)

By: Cecilia Harry

Cecilia Harry — Fri, 03 May 2013 11:40:00 +0000

I think #9 should be #1! It’s amazing how pulling back for even 5 minutes and purposefully resting your brain and thinking about how you will end the day feeling good helps you refocus and gain control.

I can also identify with Wendy’s comment about not saying no enough. I’m really working on that, and I’m finding that I don’t feel bad when I say no!

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By: Razwana

Razwana — Thu, 02 May 2013 06:26:00 +0000

Reading and responding to emails only at allotted times has worked wonders for me. I’ve found educating people to know you will not read an email within seconds of receiving it makes this a lot easier, and also takes a bit of time to set up.

Everyone’s busy, so they do understand.

Love this advice, Vishnu. And I don’t even work in politics!

– Razwana

By: Wendy Irene

Wendy Irene — Wed, 01 May 2013 16:22:00 +0000

I definitely do not want to become a professional email replier, lol and really like the idea of setting aside a specific time. I really need to improve on saying no. I keep saying yes to more than I’d like and find myself wondering how I will do it all. Great tips!