About the Session

Research estimates that we are interrupted every 13 minutes within the workplace. Left unmanaged, interruptions and distractions can have a significant impact on productivity and stress levels.

Throughout this workshop, you will learn simple systems and time management techniques to handle interruptions and stay focused on what's important, including communicating priorities to others.

Learning Outcomes:

  • the science of attention and why it can be difficult to maintain
  • types of distractions and interruptions encountered in the workplace
  • strategies, tools and techniques for managing distractions and interruptions in the workplace
  • what resources are available to help improve focus.

Who is this session for?

All Staff

Facilitator

External Provider - Acacia Connect

Date

Thursday 02 October 2025

Time

10am to 11:30am

Delivery Mode

Virtual via Webinar

These workshops are available to all staff. They are not mandatory for casual staff.

Casual staff must obtain prior approval from their supervisor or manager to attend the training.  For casual Academic staff such approval is required from the National Head of School or nominated supervisor (consistent with point 23. of the Employment of Sessional Academic Staff Policy)

The Faculty or Unit is responsible for paying the casual staff member for the time while they attend any non-mandatory professional development.

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