Thirty percent of daily productivity is lost by checking email within the first 30 minutes of waking up. Read about The 4 P’s of managing for a less distracted life: psychology, physiology, performance and persuasiveness from Tracy Dowdy, CVPM.
Source: Veterinary Team Brief, April 2016.
Research shows getting more than 8 hours of sleep a night improves memory, performance, creativity, and attention, and reduces stress, depression, and weight gain. Also, breaks are scientifically proven to boost focus and productivity so make exercising, getting fresh air, eating a healthy meal, and hydrating part of the daily routine.
INSIGHTS: All animal health professionals can learn from this peer-reviewed article. Note the last portion about being present, but not engaged. It will resonate with almost everyone.